Gartner Expert

Craig Porter

Director Analyst

Craig Porter is a Director Analyst at Gartner, specializing in AI and cybersecurity. With deep expertise in securing artificial intelligence systems, leveraging AI for advanced security operations, incident response planning, data loss prevention (DLP), email security, and multicloud security, Craig advises CISOs and security leaders on their most critical priorities.

Previous experience

Prior to Gartner, Mr. Porter was a Senior Information Security Consultant at a defense contractor, leading DoD and DHS security initiatives and modernization projects. He has also consulted with multiple startups in application development, identity management, and e-commerce portfolio management.

Professional background

Highland Specialty Products, LLC, Technical Lead, 8 years

Java Productions, Inc., Senior Information Security Consultant, 4 years

Nimble Consulting Group, LLC, Principal, 2 years

Areas of coverage
  • Security Operations

  • Infrastructure Security

  • Cyber Risk

  • Cybersecurity Leadership

  • Build and Optimize Cybersecurity Programs

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration, California State University, Fullerton

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Top Issues That I Help Clients Address

01

Generative AI Security Strategy

02

Cybersecurity Incident Response

03

Zero Trust

04

Multicloud Security