Nicholas Eicken
A long time IT and cyber security veteran with experience in many sectors including military, private and non-profit.
Founder at CyberAuthority ยท Santa Rosa, California, US
About Nicholas
With over 20 years of experience in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity and network security, Nick is a seasoned leader committed to protecting organizations from evolving digital threats. A proud UC Davis graduate, he holds a range of esteemed certifications, including Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), PCI-DSS Internal Security Assessor (ISA), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Certified vCISO.
Throughout his career, Nick has designed and implemented robust security architectures, developed best practices for IT security, and led teams to safeguard critical systems across a variety of industries including military, non-profit, local government, manufacturing and private business. His expertise spans securing complex networks, mitigating vulnerabilities, and overseeing risk management strategies to ensure organizational resilience and has successfully managed multi-platform security solutions for organizations with diverse operating systems.
Company
CyberAuthority
cyberauthority.it
Funding Stage
Pre-Seed
Funding Raised
None/Bootstrapped
Team Size
1-5 employees
Annual Revenue
1-5 employees
Founded
2023
Industry
Technology
Skills
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Achieved CISSP certification, demonstrating expertise in cybersecurity.
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Obtained CCNA certification, showcasing networking skills.
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Certified Ethical Hacker, skilled in penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.
Cybersecurity Solutions Development
Designed and implemented robust security architectures and multi-platform security solutions.
PCI-DSS Internal Security Assessor (ISA)
Certified ISA, knowledgeable in PCI-DSS compliance.
Founder
Founded CyberAuthority to provide cybersecurity solutions.
Risk Management
Oversaw risk management strategies to ensure organizational resilience.
Team Leadership
Led teams to safeguard critical systems across various industries.
Cybersecurity Awareness Training
Developed and implemented training programs to educate employees on cybersecurity best practices.
Continuous Learning
Committed to ongoing education in cybersecurity trends and technologies.
Private Business
Secured critical systems for private businesses.
Local Government
Engaged with local government entities to enhance their cybersecurity posture.
Non-Profit
Provided cybersecurity solutions for non-profit organizations.
Manufacturing
Implemented security measures in manufacturing environments.
Military
Worked in military sector focusing on cybersecurity.
Experience
job
Cybersecurity Consultant
Various Organizations
Provided consulting services to organizations in military, non-profit, local government, manufacturing, and private sectors.
Designed and implemented security architectures and best practices for IT security across multiple industries.
job
Founder
CyberAuthority
Founded a cybersecurity firm focused on providing comprehensive security solutions.
Successfully launched the company in 2023, focusing on cybersecurity for various sectors.
education
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology
University of California, Davis
Completed a degree focusing on IT infrastructure and cybersecurity.
Graduated with a strong foundation in IT and cybersecurity principles.