As CISPO, Nijel is responsible for Total Assure’s governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) efforts to safeguard organizations from cyber threats and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their critical information assets. For over 15 years, he has focused on evaluating the effective implementation of security and privacy controls, with a focus on establishing robust cybersecurity frameworks, implementing effective risk management strategies, and enabling teams to protect their organizations from evolving cyber risks. A graduate from Howard University, with a degree in Mathematics, Nijel also holds certifications for Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and Project Management Professional (PMP). With a deep understanding of the threat landscape, regulatory requirements, and best practices, Nijel develops comprehensive cybersecurity programs tailored to the unique needs of each organization, taking a proactive approach to monitoring emerging threats and staying well informed of the latest security technologies and industry trends.