Our presentation is about the terrifying threat of a cyberattack looms over every company, regardless of their size or industry, and the construction sector is no exception.  Criminals work tirelessly to sharpen their onslaught of sophisticated attacks, whether it be the theft of our most sensitive information or the deployment of catastrophic ransomware attacks. Every errant keystroke, mouse click, or misconfigured security setting is the technological equivalent of triggering an explosive attack, leaving businesses with devastating consequences.  How can you better protect your Company from these nefarious threats?

Kevin Ricci is a Partner in the firm's Providence office and a leader within the Technology, Risk Advisory, and Cybersecurity (TRAC) Practice. He has over 25 years of extensive experience in technology services including consulting, security assessments, cybersecurity security awareness training, social engineering simulations, IT auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley IT support, project management, database development, data analysis, and compliance services including PCI DSS. Kevin has helped his clients achieve their cybersecurity and privacy goals, helping assess, build, and transform their cybersecurity and privacy programs, and has provided strategic oversight in enhancing his client’s IT risk and security capabilities. Kevin has experience managing cybersecurity engagements across the industry spectrum, with a focus on cybersecurity and privacy, regulatory compliance including PCI DSS, and IT general computing and operational controls including those related to Sarbanes Oxley (SOX). He has also worked with a broad variety of large and small companies to develop data analysis tools, including the design and development of database solutions that streamline data collection and reporting. Prior to joining Citrin Cooperman, Kevin spent a decade leading the Information Technology team at a local telecommunication company, using his innovative leadership style to help the company achieve exponential growth. He then spent 15 years as head of Citrin Cooperman’s Providence Information Technology team before moving into the consulting realm, arming him with a profound understanding of his client’s technology challenges. Kevin is a founding member and a leader within the Firm’s cybersecurity consulting team, and as his clients’ trusted advisor, he has developed lasting relationships while providing cybersecurity solutions that help organizations remain safe and secure. Kevin is also a prodigious writer and presenter, frequently called upon to share his cybersecurity expertise on television, podcasts, articles, and conferences. He is also an active member of several technology-related resource groups, including the FBI’s Infragard program and the Rhode Island chapter of ISACA. PERSONAL Inspired by his son’s battle with cancer, Kevin is involved in volunteer and fundraising programs for both The Tomorrow Fund pediatric cancer clinic and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. He has also served as a board member for The Autism Project at Gateway Healthcare. Kevin is also a former standup comedian, and has opened for several famous acts, including the Temptations and the Four Tops. He occasionally returns to the stage for charity events.