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Cybersecurity Advisory · Executive Counsel

When the board
needs an answer,
not a framework.

Senior cybersecurity counsel for C-suite executives and boards navigating threat, transformation, and technology risk.

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◆CISSP Certified
◆GCFA — Forensic Analyst
◆25+ Years Enterprise Security
25+
Years in Cybersecurity
100s
Incidents Managed
F500
Enterprise Clientele
2
Elite Certifications
About

Shaun Drutar —
The advisor who’s
been in the room.

With over 25 years leading cybersecurity programs at HP, HPE, DXC, Wipro, and HCLTech, Shaun Drutar brings enterprise-grade security counsel directly to the executives and boards who need it most.

He has built, scaled, and operated global Security Operations Centers, managed hundreds of complex security incidents, and developed Managed XDR and MSSP programs for Fortune 500 organizations.

Holding both CISSP and GCFA certifications, Shaun operates at the intersection of technical depth and executive communication — translating threat realities into decisions that protect enterprise value.

Current
Senior Delivery Leader, Managed XDR / MSSP
HCLTech · Global Security Services
Prior
Security Leadership
HP · HPE · DXC Technology · Wipro · Fujitsu
Certifications
CISSP · GCFA
ISC² · GIAC · 25+ Years Active Practice
Expertise
Incident Response · SOC Operations
XDR · MSSP · IAM · Digital Forensics · Board Reporting
Services

Advisory built for
executive decisions.

Each engagement is structured for senior leadership — focused on outcomes, communicated clearly, and designed to move at the pace your organization demands. No bloated consulting teams. No generic frameworks. Direct counsel from an operator who has lived these challenges at scale.

01
Fractional CISO
Senior security leadership without the full-time overhead. An experienced CISO presence at the board table, in the vendor room, and across your security organization.
  • Board & C-suite reporting
  • Security strategy & roadmap
  • Team leadership & mentoring
  • Regulatory & compliance guidance
  • Vendor governance oversight
02
MSSP / XDR Advisory
Independent guidance on managed security decisions. From vendor selection through program governance — built on deep operational experience running global MSSP programs.
  • MSSP selection & procurement
  • XDR architecture review
  • SOC program evaluation
  • Contract & SLA negotiation
  • Performance benchmarking
03
Security Program Assessment
A clear-eyed view of your security posture — what’s working, what’s not, and where the enterprise risk actually lives. Delivered in language your board can act on.
  • Security maturity assessment
  • IAM program review
  • Incident response readiness
  • Gap analysis & prioritization
  • Executive risk briefing
Approach

How an
engagement
works.

Every engagement begins with a direct conversation — not a sales process. The goal is to understand the real problem before proposing anything.

01
Discovery Conversation
A 60-minute executive briefing to understand your security landscape, immediate pressures, and strategic objectives. No agenda. No pitch.
02
Situation Assessment
Rapid evaluation of your current posture, key risks, and organizational context. Delivered as a concise executive summary within two weeks.
03
Engagement Structure
Advisory retainer, project-based assessment, or fractional CISO arrangement — structured to match your needs and timeline, not a standard package.
04
Ongoing Counsel
Direct access for executive questions, board preparation, vendor decisions, and incident escalations — when it matters, not on a scheduled call.
Contact

Begin the
conversation.

Engagements are selective. If you’re facing a material security decision, a board-level risk question, or need experienced leadership — reach out directly.

Email
info [at] drutar.com
Phone
469-431-3344
LinkedIn
linkedin.com/in/drutar
Response Time
Within 24 business hours
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