U.S. Government's First Federal CISO with Broad Corporate Security Leadership Experience Joins Digital Executive Protection Pioneer
ORLANDO, Fla., March 10, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BlackCloak, a pioneer in Digital Executive Protection (DEP) for corporate executives, boards of directors, and Family Offices, announced today that veteran security leader Patricia Titus, the first federal CISO credited with creating the Transportation Security Administration's first information security program, is joining the company's Advisory Board.
Currently, Titus is Field CISO at Abnormal AI. She brings more than 25 years of global cybersecurity experience in the corporate sector and U.S. government to BlackCloak. She is one of today's leading experts in government and enterprise security, as well as in the development of advanced cyber-defense programs, with leadership roles at Booking Holdings, Markel Corporation, Freddie Mac, Symantec, Unisys, and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Titus is also a U.S. Air Force veteran.
Titus joins BlackCloak's Advisory Board at a pivotal time for the DEP innovator. The company is experiencing significant momentum, having nearly doubled its year-over-year Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in 2025, with DEP achieving recognition as a critical "must-have" component of strategic enterprise cybersecurity. She joins existing BlackCloak Advisory Board members Roland Cloutier and Malcolm Harkins.
"It's a tremendous honor to welcome such an accomplished security leader to our advisory board. I first met Patti around 2010, and it's been amazing to see her career and impact be felt around the halls of some of the largest companies out there. Patti's experience in corporate security and understanding of the importance of comprehensive executive protection perfectly align with our vision and mission of safeguarding the world's most targeted individuals," said Dr. Chris Pierson, BlackCloak's Founder and CEO. "As our team continues its passionate work to ensure the highest levels of protection for executives, high-net-worth individuals, and their families, Patti's expertise and perspective will help us further advance Digital Executive Protection to meet the rising tide of threats and cybercriminal activities against high-profile leaders and their loved ones."
"I'm thrilled to join BlackCloak's advisory board and contribute to its work in a high-stakes area most of us would rather ignore: the reality that our digital footprints, when unmonitored and unmanaged, can introduce significant risk in our personal and professional lives," said Titus. "As humans, a million things can happen in our private lives, and in today's environment, those events can become public knowledge in an instant. BlackCloak's DEP capabilities are unmatched and inherently necessary in this rapidly evolving landscape. With the need for digital bodyguards never higher and the demand for this level of personal concierge support never more urgent, the company is well positioned for explosive growth."
Throughout her career, Titus has directed the execution of comprehensive security strategies, ensuring alignment with strategic business imperatives and strict compliance with international regulatory standards.
Noted for her profound knowledge in risk management, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity operations, and crisis management, Titus has a demonstrated history of optimizing security architectures, enhancing organizational resilience, and integrating advanced technologies, specifically AI, into security programs. Currently, she extends her expertise through service on the boards of Black Kite and Glasswing Ventures.
For more information about BlackCloak's Digital Executive Protection services, visit blackcloak.io.
About BlackCloak
BlackCloak protects corporate executives, board members, high-profile individuals, and their families from privacy, financial, and other reputational risks. Used by Fortune 500 companies across all industries, the BlackCloak Concierge Cybersecurity & Privacy™ Platform is a comprehensive solution that includes mobile and desktop apps, as well as concierge support. Executives and high-profile individuals gain complete peace of mind knowing their family, reputation, and finances are secured. Companies rest assured that their brand, intellectual property, data, and finances are protected against threats from executives without invading their personal lives. Learn more at www.blackcloak.io and follow us on LinkedIn.
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