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Erich Barlow is an accomplished cybersecurity leader with over 16 years of industry experience, specializing in information security strategy, risk management, and ethical AI integration. As the Head of Information Security for a global region at a leading international standards development firm, he oversees complex security operations across diverse industries. Erich is also a dedicated educator, serving as an adjunct professor at Trine University, where he teaches computer science and artificial intelligence courses both online and in person. Currently completing his doctorate in IT at Capella University, his research focuses on advancing information security practices in an evolving digital landscape.

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My Story

My journey has been anything but ordinary, weaving together leadership, creativity, technology, and a relentless curiosity about how people and ideas connect.

I’ve worn many hats over the years: business strategist, AI ethics consultant, educator, author, and creative entrepreneur. From consulting with executives on future-ready strategies to guiding businesses through the maze of AI integration, my passion has always been about helping people and organizations adapt, grow, and thrive.

But my story isn’t just about credentials and accomplishments. It’s about resilience, reinvention, and building a life and business aligned with my values. Whether I’m speaking to a room of leaders, designing a strategic roadmap, or mentoring the next generation, my mission stays the same: to empower others to embrace innovation without losing their humanity in the process.

Every chapter of my career has been driven by one core belief that when we pair human creativity with ethical technology, we can create a future worth getting excited about.

My Background

As an SVP-level cybersecurity executive and AI governance strategist, I help healthcare, financial, and technology organizations elevate security performance, reduce enterprise risk, and accelerate secure digital transformation. With more than 16 years of cross-industry leadership in cybersecurity, cloud networking, and compliance, I bring a rare blend of hands-on operational execution and forward-looking thought leadership—shaped by experience across Fortune 500 enterprises, global standards organizations, and academic institutions.

Core Focus Areas:

  • AI security, zero trust architecture, and secure cloud transformation

  • ISO 27001, 42001, and 9001 compliance frameworks

  • Enterprise risk management, business continuity, and vulnerability remediation

  • Cybersecurity education, policy development, and executive stakeholder alignment

Career Impact Highlights:

  • Prevented $6M in regulatory fines by hardening and upgrading 500+ legacy servers

  • Saved $4M annually by modernizing systems and automating security processes

  • Developed the security framework for AI system rollout aligned with ISO 42001

  • Authored internationally recognized AI integration guidance and co-authored an award-winning book

  • Reduced workload by 87% and drove $2M+ in savings through secure AI process implementation

  • Built and led scalable information security programs across healthcare, energy, and telecom sectors

Currently serving as Head of Information Security, Americas at BSI Group and Adjunct Professor of Computer Science at Trine University, I bridge deep technical expertise with strategic vision—building resilient, innovation-ready enterprises that thrive in the face of emerging digital threats.

Certifications & Professional Development

Cybersecurity & Information Security

Chartered IT Professional — British Computer Society (BCS) | Jul 2025 – Jul 2028

The Ethical IT Professional — BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT | Nov 2023

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Training – Information Security Certification — BSI | Jul 2014

ISO 9001:2015 Requirements — BSI | Apr 2021

Telecomms & IT Assessor (TOU) — BSI | Mar 2021

PCI DSS — Cybrary | Jun 2016

Corporate Cybersecurity Management — Cybrary | Jun 2016

ITIL Foundation Level — Cybrary | Jun 2016

AlienVault Network Security (ANYSA) — AlienVault | Apr 2018

AlienVault Data Center Security (ANYDC) — AlienVault | Mar 2018

Military Emergency Management & Crisis Preparedness

Master Military Emergency Management Specialist (MEMS) — State Guard Association of the United States | Sep 2022

Senior Military Emergency Management Specialist (MEMS) — State Guard Association of the United States | Aug 2022

Basic Military Emergency Management Specialist (MEMS) — State Guard Association of the United States | Mar 2022

Academic & Faculty Development

Doctoral Candidate, Information Technology — Capella University | Sep 2024 – Present

Moodle Faculty Certification Course — Trine University | Jun 2023

Online Faculty Certification Course — Trine University | Jun 2023

Learners — CITI Program | Nov 2023 – Nov 2025

Professional Memberships

Professional Member — British Computer Society (BCS) | Credential ID: 995138144

My Publications

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