Dan Fox
About Dan Fox
Dan Fox is a Cybersecurity Lead at ScalePad and co-founder of ControlMap, with extensive experience in cybersecurity and compliance management. He has held various leadership roles in notable companies and has a strong connection to the Portland, Oregon area.
Work at ScalePad
Dan Fox currently serves as Co-Founder of ControlMap Cybersecurity GRC at ScalePad, a position he has held since 2020. In 2023, he transitioned to the role of Cybersecurity Lead for ControlMap, contributing to the company's mission of enhancing cybersecurity for small and mid-sized businesses. His work focuses on compliance framework management and automation, addressing the needs of organizations in a rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape. ScalePad operates in a hybrid work environment, with Fox based in the United States.
Education and Expertise
Dan Fox has a diverse educational background in Information Technology and Business Management. He studied at Portland Community College, where he achieved a degree in Information Technology. Additionally, he attended Oregon Institute of Technology and Technical College San Jose, focusing on Computer/Information Technology Administration and Information Technology, respectively. His studies in General Studies and Business Administration were completed at Santa Clara High School and Mission College. This educational foundation supports his extensive expertise in cybersecurity and compliance.
Background
Dan Fox has a rich professional history in cybersecurity and technology. He began his career as a Systems Administrator at Milestone Technologies, Inc. and later at Alain Pinel Realtors. His significant tenure at Smarsh included roles as Director of Technology and Information Security and Director of Cybersecurity and Solution Architects, where he automated vendor due diligence processes for compliance standards. He co-founded Securecast in 2015, which was acquired by Webroot in 2017, and subsequently by Carbonite and OpenText in 2019.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Dan Fox has played a pivotal role in enhancing cybersecurity measures for various organizations. At Smarsh, he contributed to automating compliance processes for standards such as SAS70, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and FedRAMP. His leadership at Securecast led to its acquisition, showcasing his ability to innovate in the cybersecurity space. His experience includes working with major financial institutions and regulated organizations, bringing valuable insights to the SMB and mid-market sectors.