In 2026, the technology landscape is defined by two converging forces: the explosive adoption of Agentic AI and the rigid enforcement of the EU AI Act. For small and medium businesses (SMBs) in the US and Europe, the margin for error has disappeared. A single data breach or a “Non-Compliant” rating from a European regulator can derail a decade of growth.

I bridge the gap between high-level IT strategy and ground-level execution. With over 10 years of experience as an IT Professional, I provide Fractional CISO (vCISO) services designed to turn security and compliance from a cost center into a competitive advantage.

EU AI Act Compliance & Governance

The EU AI Act isn’t just a “European” law—it’s a global standard. If your AI-generated output touches the EU market, you are likely within its jurisdiction. We simplify the complexity of the August 2026 enforcement deadlines.

Our AI Governance Framework:

• System Classification & Inventory: We don’t just guess. We conduct a technical audit to determine if your systems are Prohibited, High-Risk, Limited, or Minimal Risk.

• Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment (FRIA): For “High-Risk” systems (like recruitment, credit scoring, or biometric ID), we perform the mandatory assessments to ensure your models are bias-free and transparent.

• QMS Implementation: We build the Quality Management System (QMS) required under Annex IV, ensuring your technical documentation is “Audit-Ready” for national competent authorities.

• Shadow AI Mitigation: We help you identify and govern unauthorized AI usage within your company, preventing “Prompt Leakage” of your proprietary IP into public LLMs.

Why it matters: Fines for non-compliance can reach €35 Million or 7% of global turnover. We ensure your path to market is protected.

AI-Powered Cybersecurity Defense

Legacy security tools are no longer sufficient against 2026-era threats. Attackers now use AI to automate vulnerability research and launch hyper-personalized phishing. Our solutions use the same technology to defend you.

Autonomous Threat Mitigation:

• Managed Detection & Response (MDR): We deploy AI-driven XDR (Extended Detection and Response) platforms like SentinelOne or CrowdStrike. These systems neutralize threats in milliseconds—long before a human admin could even log in.

• AI-Driven Phishing Defense: We implement linguistic AI that “reads” incoming emails to detect the subtle anomalies of AI-generated lures that bypass traditional spam filters.

• Deepfake & Identity Protection: In the era of voice and video cloning, we implement multi-layered biometric verification and “Proof of Personhood” protocols to protect your executive team from social engineering.

• Zero Trust Architecture: We move your firm toward a “Never Trust, Always Verify” model, specifically optimized for remote and hybrid US/EU teams.

Fractional CISO (vCISO) Advisory

SMBs need executive-level security leadership but often cannot afford a $250,000/year CISO. Our Fractional CISO model provides that seat at the table on a part-time basis.

Executive Leadership Services:

• Board-Level Risk Reporting: We translate “vulnerabilities” into “dollars and cents.” We provide your board with a clear Cyber Risk Scorecard that measures the financial impact of your security posture.

• Global Standard Mapping: We align your security framework with SOC2, ISO 42001 (AI Management), and NIST. This allows you to say “Yes” to security questionnaires from enterprise clients immediately.

• Vendor Risk Management: We vet your software vendors’ security and AI transparency, ensuring their weaknesses don’t become your liabilities.

• Incident Response Planning: We don’t just “hope” for the best; we build and test “Playbooks” for AI-specific breaches, so your team knows exactly what to do if a model is poisoned or compromised.