President – Nate Brady
Nate Brady serves as a trusted advisor and advocate for customers and has helped them navigate many pivotal transformations over the past two decades. Presently Nate is an Enterprise Architect for Skyhigh Security and serves on the Executive Board for the (ISC)2 Chicago Chapter. Dr. Brady holds a BS in engineering, an MBA from the University of Kansas, and a Behavioral Economics DBA from the University of Newcastle, Australia as well as industry certifications including the SABSA SCF, CISSP, CCSP, Microsoft ASAE, and AWS-CSA.
Treasurer – Jatin Mannepalli
Jatin Mannepalli, CISSP, CCSP, serves as the Information Security Officer at IMC Trading. With over a decade of expertise in information security, he has established and led robust teams in both information security and risk management. His career also includes consulting roles with prominent firms like McKinsey & Company, CCC Intelligent Solutions and Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago. Jatin is deeply committed to security governance and risk management, developing technology-driven, customer-centric strategies that drive organizational success and ensure client satisfaction. His comprehensive approach to security emphasizes building a culture that aligns seamlessly with broader business goals. Outside of his professional work, Jatin volunteers to raise security awareness in local communities and actively contributes to the cybersecurity field by helping develop ISC2 certification exams.
Secretary – Ross Wasserstrom
Ross Wasserstrom is an experienced Technical Account Manager currently serving at CrowdStrike, where he supports enterprise customers with complex cybersecurity challenges. Prior to joining CrowdStrike, Ross created the Technical Account Management team at Onward Technologies. He holds the CISSP certification and a Master’s Degree in Information Technology from Northwestern University.
Membership Chair – John K. Winiger
John K. Winiger is a Solutions Architect and IT Consultant with over 25 years of experience in cloud solutions, infrastructure, and cybersecurity. He specializes in transforming complex technical challenges into actionable strategies for businesses, focusing on cloud migration, security enhancements, and infrastructure modernization. Known for his ability to optimize operational efficiency and reduce costs, John is also dedicated to mentoring and empowering teams. With certifications such as CISSP and CCSP, and a passion for continuous learning, he is committed to delivering innovative solutions that drive business success and enhance security.