Building Security Programs that Executives will Actually Fund
Accredited Certified cybersecurity Leadership Strategist (CCLS) Course
Most cybersecurity professionals are trained to identify risk. Very few are trained to lead executives, shape decisions, and secure funding. This 3-Day Immersive Leadership Workshop closes that gap and gives you an accredited path to vCISO Leadership.
Security Leadership Strategy, Communication & Execution
June 3-5, 2026 | Aloft DFW Airport North | Dallas, TX
9 CPEs earned upon completion!
Day One
Security as a Business Function
Reframe security as a business driver and learn exactly how to gain CFO-level buy-in using a proven executive conversation model.
CBF + Data Flows Lab
Turn risk into real business impact by mapping critical functions so you can quantify what actually matters to the business.
CFO Roleplay
Pressure test your message in a live CFO scenario and leave ready to defend decisions, priorities, and funding with confidence.
Day Two
Building and Leading a Modern Security Program
Build a security program that directly supports business goals so your work drives outcomes, not just activity.
Incident Response Exercise
Lead through a high-pressure incident and sharpen your ability to make decisions, communicate clearly, and maintain control during a crisis.
Day Three
Anatomy of a Security Budget
Learn how to build a security budget that gets approved by tying every dollar to risk, impact, and business value.
Executive Budget Defense Roleplay
Step into the boardroom and practice defending your budget so you can handle pushback and earn support when it matters most.
Executive Briefing Workshop
Deliver executive-level briefings that are clear, concise, and trusted so leadership sees you as a strategic partner, not just IT.
Our Course Instructor
Brian Blakley
Brian Blakley brings over 30 years of real-world leadership in information security and business strategy, shaped by a hands-on career building, growing, and successfully exiting multiple MSPs. As a seasoned executive, board advisor, and entrepreneurial force, Brian knows the MSP grind intimately and his mission is to help MSPs shift from "just IT guys" to indispensable business risk advisors and revenue protectors. From landing a company on the INC 500 list with 1,200% growth, to guiding enterprises through complex infosec and compliance journeys, Brian blends street-smart business acumen with elite certifications like CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CMMC-CCP, and Certified CISO. His approach centers on translating technical risk into language that boards, executives, and business owners understand, bridging the gap between cybersecurity strategy and revenue protection. His deep experience includes roles as a full-time and fractional CISO, risk assessor, compliance strategist, and trusted M&A advisor.
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What are previous attendees saying?
"Brian challenged us to think beyond the technical side of security and really understand how to lead, communicate with executives, and connect cybersecurity to real business outcomes"
Eric Woodard, Protek | Sandy, UT
"This executive communications and leadership course was outstanding. It is an intensive format with the opportunity to role-play what you learn throughout the course. I highly recommend to anyone looking to elevate their skills in this area."
Len White, Morefield | Camp Hill, PA
Your education awaits.
Follow the Pathway to vCISO Leadership
Graduates receive a vCISO Pathway Voucher, providing a structured bridge into the advanced vCISO Certificate Program. This establishes a formal professional journey: Security Practitioner -> Security Leader -> Executive Advisor.
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