Matthew Van Sickle, MBA
About Matthew Van Sickle, MBA
Matthew Van Sickle, MBA, is a Security Risk Associate at Fortress Information Security, where he leads a team of Junior Risk Assessors and has facilitated numerous meetings to address vendor risk. He holds an MBA from Rollins College and has a diverse background in operations management, data analysis, and sports information.
Current Role at Fortress Information Security
Matthew Van Sickle serves as a Security Risk Associate at Fortress Information Security, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leads a team of five Junior Risk Assessors, focusing on identifying and mitigating security risks. He has initiated over 650 security assessments using Fortress Information Security’s proprietary eGRC platform. His responsibilities include facilitating meetings with client stakeholders and senior management to address third-party vendor risk.
Previous Experience in Risk Management
Prior to his current role, Matthew worked as a Junior Data Analyst at Fortress Information Security from 2018 to 2019. He also held positions as an Operations Management Consultant at LMG, Inc. in 2014 and as a Market Optimization and Strategy Consultant at Ruth's Hospitality Group Inc. in 2013. These roles contributed to his expertise in risk assessment and management strategies.
Educational Background
Matthew earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Management from Rollins College - Crummer Graduate School of Business, completing his studies from 2013 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Sport Management from the University of Florida, which he completed from 2008 to 2013. Additionally, he participated in a study abroad program at La Trobe University, focusing on International Business in 2011.
Professional Development and Skills
Throughout his career, Matthew has developed a strong skill set in information security risk assessment and governance. He has facilitated over 200 meetings with client stakeholders and senior management, demonstrating his ability to communicate complex security issues effectively. He has also coded and customized Looker Dashboards to enhance KPI tracking and client forecasting, showcasing his technical capabilities.
Involvement in Sports and Analytics
Matthew has a background in sports analytics, having worked as a Statistician/Official Scorer for USSSA Fast Pitch Softball from 2015 to 2016. He also served as an Athletic Communications Assistant at Rollins College from 2013 to 2018. His experience in sports information and analytics complements his risk management expertise.