Brian DePersiis is a Principal in EY’s Cybersecurity Consulting practice and currently serves as EY Americas Cybersecurity Strategy Leader. Brian has over 20 years of experience in the areas of cybersecurity risk management, third-party security risk management, data protection, and privacy consulting.  As the EY Americas Cybersecurity Strategy Leader, Brian meets with boards and C-suite executives to discuss the importance of their cyber risk management investments and to weigh in on the development of their strategic business priorities.  He is focused on helping clients implement cyber resiliency programs with a broader focus on cyber risk management, including board education; regulatory; audit; and compliance initiatives. Brian also works closely with his clients to address evolving risk areas in their cyber programs based on where key business investments are being made — with a focus on using industry frameworks and leading practices as a model.  Brian’s client industry experience spans the life sciences, health care, and biotech sectors.