About me
Kate Scarcella is a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over two decades of experience driving innovation and building cyber resilience. At IBM, she served on the Security Board of Advisors, where she guided Fortune 50 enterprises on strengthening their cybersecurity postures.
Kate holds a Master of Science in Information Security from Nova Southeastern University—a program developed in collaboration with the NSA and DoD. Her graduate thesis focused on securing North America’s electrical grid, underscoring her commitment to protecting critical infrastructure.
Following her tenure at IBM, Kate has led advancements in NextGen Security Operations Centers (SOCs), pioneering the integration of IoT and IIoT intelligence to enhance threat detection and response. She is a recognized expert in the field and a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).