Experience on in-house IT teams, independent consulting and as a software vendor, Anthony Czarnik has developed a 360 degree perspective of Information Technology and Security. His professional roles include solutions architect, application developer, project manager, information security practice leader, partner manager, presenter, author, educator and most recently, CEO.

Mr. Czarnik has attained extensive information security and risk knowledge. His experience spans GRC, including risk assessments, security audits, standards, frameworks and regulatory compliance, and security awareness, plus technical security controls, security architecture and products. Anthony managed an Information Security Practice for five years before founding CzarTek. In addition to his responsibilities for all aspects of the business and leading the practice, he provides virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) services.

At DePaul University, Anthony graduated with honors in Computer Science, followed by a master’s degree in Information Systems. He later achieved CISSP certification. Other accomplishments include Dale Carnegie’s Presenter Champion award in addition to his application security white paper published internationally in Hackin9.