[ Security Operator // Strategy Advisor ]

Mark Maynard, CISSP

Cyber Range Director & Cybersecurity Executive

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I build secure systems and lead teams through high-stakes cyber incidents. With over 20 years of experience, I focus on protecting critical infrastructure and mentoring the next generation of security professionals.

I lead the Cyber Range at the Oklahoma Cyber Innovation Institute. My team builds virtual environments that model real-world threats. We brief leaders and corporate boards on how to defend their assets and build resilience.

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Systemic cyber defense relies entirely on regional peer trust, rapid information sharing, and supporting the next generation of engineers.

ISC2 Tulsa Chapter: Serve as a monthly host and featured technical speaker, establishing cross-functional development tracks across local defensive operations teams.

BSides Oklahoma: Serve as an active core organization volunteer for one of the state's premier non-profit tech conferences, promoting community-led cybersecurity education across the region.

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Regional news and media coverage highlighting cyber defense capabilities and workforce initiatives:

KJRH Tulsa Channel 2: Autonomous Systems & Cyber Defense

Interviewed at the Tulsa Regional Chamber's State of Workforce & Talent event regarding OCII's advanced capabilities, highlighting the tactical deployment of autonomous robotic systems and the convergence of physical automation with enterprise security.


"Well, the nice thing about this space, and why we’re really happy to be here, is, you know, we are part of an outreach program at the university."
— Tulsa World, OCII Open House Feature
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NewsOn6: BSides Oklahoma Student Day

Visually highlighted hosting and orchestrating the cybersecurity-themed "Cyber Jeopardy" competition, engaging over 200 Oklahoma high school students in critical exposure paths including incident response, digital forensics, and secure coding practices.

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A robust tenure protecting critical global infrastructure. Key legacy operations include serving as Principal Consultant and Incident Response Remediation Advisor for Mandiant (Google Cloud), and leading enterprise infrastructure defense suites as Director of Global Information Security Architecture and Engineering for Johnson Controls.

Commercial engagement frameworks, private corporate tabletop simulations, and bespoke MSSP advisory scopes are routed directly through my private security advisory vehicle.

Corporate Portal (m2computerresources.com) →
Dedicated to regional service through technical leadership, non-profit governance, and community stewardship:

Strategic Governance: Contributed over a decade of fiduciary and operational leadership to community organizations and faith-based non-profits, serving on steering boards and regional business network directories.

Large-Scale Media Systems: Directed high-fidelity live production engineering, complex camera logistics, and venue-scale Image Magnification (I-MAG) platforms for prominent regional and community institutions.

Workforce Development: Focused on translating infrastructure design into volunteer training programs, building collaborative technical pipelines that support local outreach and engagement initiatives.
Technical Footprint

Core Validation

CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), ITIL v3 Foundations, CompTIA IT Operations Specialist (CIOS), CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS), Security+, Network+

Academic Foundations

M.S. in Information Technology (Concordia University Wisconsin) • B.S. in Psychology & Business (Oral Roberts University).