Theo Zafirakos

Theo provides CISO Professional Services to our clients and regularly speaks on the topic of cyber security awareness training. He has over 25 years of experience in technology and security and holds the CISSP certification.

Theo joined Fortra through the acquisition of Terranova Security. Over the last 7 years with Terranova Security, Theo supported hundreds of clients to implement effective security awareness programs, tailored to their unique realities and objectives.

Prior to joining Terranova Security, Theo was responsible for cyber security at a leading North American transportation and logistics company. In his role as CISO, he was responsible for all aspects of information security strategy and governance.

Theo was one of the founding members of the Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange and currently sits on the Board of Directors for the National Cybersecurity Alliance. He regularly speaks on the topic of security awareness culture and phishing simulation training at industry events.

Areas of Expertise:

• Governance, Risk, Compliance
• Security strategy
• Privacy
• Regulatory and Contractual Compliance
• Security awareness training
• Executive awareness and reporting
• Risk management
• Third-party risk management
• Insider threat
• Incident management