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Security. Privacy. Risk. Compliance.
With Charles Denyer

Global Authority. Trusted Advisor. Battlefield-Tested Expert.

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In a World of Constant Threats, Compliance Alone Isn’t Enough.

Cybersecurity today is not just a technical issue — it's a business survival issue. Regulatory fines, data breaches, operational shutdowns, and reputational ruin have become the cost of not taking security seriously. Charles Denyer helps organizations not only meet compliance — but master it.

With over two decades of field experience across national defense, critical infrastructure, financial services, healthcare, and high-risk commercial sectors, Charles delivers the clarity, strategic oversight, and technical depth leaders need in a post-trust digital world.

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"Compliance is your baseline. Security & Resilience is your benchmark. I help organizations build both."

— Charles Denyer

Professional Services

Strategy. Execution. Assurance.

Charles offers hands-on consulting and executive advisory in:

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Cybersecurity Frameworks & Risk Management

  • NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)

  • NIST 800-53 / 800-171

  • ISO 27001 and the ISO 27000 Series

  • CMMC 2.0 (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)

  • FISMA (Federal Information Security Modernization Act)

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Audit, Compliance & Readiness Assessments

  • SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 (Service Organization Control Reports)

  • PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard)

  • HIPAA Security & Privacy Rule Compliance

  • FedRAMP / StateRAMP Authorization Support

  • GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA Regulatory Compliance

  • Third-party and Vendor Risk Management Programs

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Data Privacy

& Governance

  • Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)

  • Data classification, encryption, and retention strategies

  • Cross-border data transfer analysis

  • Privacy by design architecture for software and cloud systems

  • Regulatory training for boards, CISOs, and privacy officers

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“Frameworks don’t protect systems — people and process do. But without a framework, you’re flying blind.”

— Charles Denyer

Where Charles Adds Real-World Value

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Audit Survival Strategy

Charles can help your organization get through its next SOC 2 or PCI audit with confidence — and with controls that actually work.

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​CMMC & FedRAMP Readiness

Charles has effectively guided defense contractors and SaaS providers to successful authorizations — fast.

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Policy & Program Development

From written information security plans (WISPs) to data privacy programs, Charles builds what regulators & clients expect to see.

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Regulatory Alignment Across Borders

Need to meet GDPR, CCPA, and ISO 27001 all at once? Charles helps global businesses build cohesive, risk-aligned compliance programs.

“You don’t need a thousand controls. You need the right ones implemented with precision, tested regularly, and aligned to your risk.” — Charles Denyer

SPEAKING & EXECUTIVE EDUCATION

Where the Rules Meet the Real World

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Charles delivers high-stakes, high-impact keynotes and private briefings on the most urgent cybersecurity and compliance topics today. Whether it's a global boardroom, a federal agency, or a Fortune 100 CISO retreat — his message resonates.

Popular Speaking Topics Include:

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“Security Isn’t Optional Anymore: Building Real Risk Programs That Work”

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“Privacy in a Surveillance Economy: Navigating GDPR, CCPA, and Beyond”

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“SOC 2 Is Not Enough: The New Normal in Vendor Due Diligence”

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“CMMC and the Future of U.S. Defense Supply Chain Security”

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“FedRAMP, StateRAMP, and the New Rules of Government Cloud”

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“Post-Compliance Strategy: From Checkbox to Cyber Resilience”

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“The difference between compliance and real security? One keeps you out of trouble. The other keeps you in business.” — Charles Denyer

Ready to Get Ahead of the Threat Curve?

Charles Denyer helps you do more than pass the audit. He helps you lead with confidence in a world that’s changing faster than the regulations can catch up.

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To schedule a consultation, request an audit-readiness review, or book Charles for a speaking engagement, contact him directly at charles@charlesdenyer.com

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5 Hidden Traps that Lead to Failed Cybersecurity Audits

In this practical guide, you'll uncover the five hidden traps that cause companies to fail their audits and put them at risk.

You'll also get practical insider tips that you can start using today to get audit ready and accelerate your compliance.

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I help emerging businesses and startups with expert consulting and on-demand tools to secure their systems, accelerate compliance and stay ahead of today’s ever-changing standards and regulations.

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