Trusted Advisors & Strategic Partners
Industry Leaders Helping to Shape Strategy
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HUME-IT Advisory Council members provide strategic insight, industry perspective, and guidance that help shape HUME-IT’s advisory direction and long-term vision.
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HUME-IT Client Advisory Network members contribute specialized technical, operational, and consulting expertise to support complex client initiatives and modernization efforts.
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HUME-IT Strategic Partners extend our capabilities through complementary technologies, infrastructure expertise, and aligned service offerings that support client success.
HUME-IT Advisory Council
Experienced Advisors Helping Shape HUME-IT’s Direction
The HUME-IT Advisory Council consists of experienced technology and business leaders who provide strategic perspective, operational insight, and industry guidance that help shape the evolution of HUME-IT’s advisory services and long-term direction.
Their experience across infrastructure, security, operations, cloud, and enterprise technology environments helps ensure HUME-IT remains aligned to the real-world challenges organizations face as they modernize and evolve.
Vaughn Ripley
Vaughn is a seasoned technology executive, AI and ML expert, and senior database architect with over 36 years of experience leading large-scale IT operations, AI-driven business solutions, and digital transformation initiatives for industry giants like Google, Adobe, and SAP. An innovator, speaker, and published author, he applies cutting-edge technologies to optimize business strategy, enhance security, and inspire resilience in both tech and life.
Patrick Williams
Patrick is the co-founder and CEO of Plugin Optics Inc., leading innovation in fiber optic communications by optimizing logistics, reducing packaging, and lowering carbon footprints through thoughtful product design. With a background in startups, sales strategy, and technology development, he brings a results-driven approach to business growth and serves on the HUME-IT Advisory Council, contributing to the advancement of IT security services.
Christina Morillo
Christina is a recognized cybersecurity executive and Head of Information Security for the New York Giants, with decades of experience driving enterprise security transformation across multiple industries. A proven leader and thought expert, she specializes in developing proactive security strategies, influencing C-suite decisions, and leveraging emerging technologies to enhance organizational resilience and business growth.
David (Dave) Swan
Dave is an IT professional with over 30 years of experience serving federal and commercial clients in systems design, data management, security, and cross-platform integration. A U.S. Army veteran and certified expert in Dell EMC, VMware, Microsoft, and Cisco technologies, he brings strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to technological innovation and community engagement.
HUME-IT Client Advisory Network
Experienced Advisors Supporting Client Initiatives
The HUME-IT Client Advisory Network is composed of experienced consultants, engineers, architects, and technology specialists who support client engagements requiring deep operational or technical expertise.
These professionals work alongside HUME-IT to help organizations navigate infrastructure modernization, platform strategy, cloud initiatives, identity challenges, operational risk, and technology transformation efforts.
Sadiki Harriott
Sadiki is a seasoned IT professional, entrepreneur, and service-disabled U.S. Army veteran with over 25 years of experience delivering mission-critical technology solutions to the federal government and private sector. A combat veteran and business leader, he specializes in secure IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, and security assessments, leveraging his strategic, solutions-oriented approach to enhance operations and drive innovation.
Thomas Hutchison
Thomas is a Solutions Engineer and Cybersecurity Specialist with expertise in security assessments, penetration testing, and executive-level security advisory for Fortune 100 clients. Specializing in security architecture, threat detection, and vulnerability assessments, he develops custom security tools and serves as a Black Hat Assistant Instructor, bridging the gap between technical security findings and business strategy.
Norman “Lee” Scites
Norman "Lee" Scites is a seasoned AWS Cloud and Virtualization Architect specializing in infrastructure design, disaster recovery, IAM policies, and hybrid cloud security. With expertise in vSphere, AWS, and cloud security, he leads secure AWS deployments, manages enterprise migrations, and enhances cloud resilience, all while mentoring organizations to modernize IT operations and optimize security.
Jonathan Clark
Jonathan Clark is a Senior IT Professional and O365 Security Architect with over 20 years of experience in cloud, virtualization, and Citrix technologies. A trusted advisor, he excels at designing secure enterprise solutions and advising organizations on strategic technology initiatives, while contributing his expertise to the HUME-IT Client Advisory Network on Microsoft 365 security and cloud infrastructure.
Maliik Turner
Maliik Turner is an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Manager and Project Leader with 25 years of expertise in system design, engineering, and administration. A strategic leader, he excels in motivating teams and delivering secure, high-performance IT solutions, having successfully led critical programs like the RSA TFA Operation & Maintenance Support Task for the FBI, ensuring secure access to mission-critical resources.
Strategic Partners
HUME-IT works with strategic partners whose expertise, technologies, and operational capabilities complement our advisory approach and help extend value to our clients.
These relationships allow HUME-IT to support organizations across infrastructure, networking, security, cloud, and modernization initiatives through aligned expertise and trusted collaboration.
Plugin Optics
Plugin Optics specializes in custom fiber optic solutions, including networking components, enclosures, and interconnect products. Our collaboration enhances clients' IT infrastructures with high-quality optical components that improve network performance and reliability.
CISOnow
CISOnow specializes in vCISO services and managed security solutions. Our partnership strengthens their cybersecurity strategies by providing expertise in configuration security for comprehensive risk management and compliance.
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