With a background in broadcasting and operational security, Alex specializes in secure communications and education, awareness program development, the psychology of social engineering, human-based risk mitigation, and behavior analytics. She has over 12 years of experience developing and implementing security awareness, communication, and education strategies in Fortune 50/100 companies and other global enterprises. Alex is OPSEC Manager II Certified by the U.S. Army and the Joint Information Operations Warfare Center (JIOWC). She volunteers with local law enforcement agencies educating parents, community groups, and youth organizations on information security and social media safety in her free time.