Anthony McCloskey
Cybersecurity, Technology, & Data Privacy Leader · Greater Philadelphia
Summary
I lead at the intersection of cybersecurity, data, and compliance — helping organizations translate complex technical and regulatory challenges into scalable, real-world solutions. With a foundation in cybersecurity and a strong focus on modern data platforms and AI, I'm particularly interested in how automation and AI can enhance governance, surface risk earlier, and support better decision-making at scale. I'm known for a pragmatic, systems-oriented approach to problem-solving and a leadership style grounded in accountability, trust, and continuous improvement.
Experience
Lead a multidisciplinary team of data and geospatial analysts responsible for transforming regulatory, risk, and security data into actionable intelligence for Legal Compliance. Work sits at the intersection of data engineering, analytics, and machine learning — enabling compliant decision-making at scale across massive enterprise datasets. Focus areas include building durable analytics platforms, automating regulatory and risk detection workflows, and delivering clear, defensible insights to legal, compliance, and executive leadership.
Led an exceptional team focused on securing Salesforce's enterprise, subsidiaries, customers, employees, partners, and services. Developed sophisticated security solutions integrating advanced sensors, data, and AI. Leveraged AI as a force multiplier to drive Risk Reduction, Security Uplift, and Service Maturity.
Led Threat and Vulnerability Management at global scale. Key achievements:
- Boosted patching SLA compliance by 7%, finishing 2022 at over 97%
- Achieved a 98.6% reduction in P0 Vulnerabilities while driving a 40% increase in monthly active users
- Cut end-to-end mean-time-to-respond by 25% via a standardized Vulnerability Incident Response playbook
- Doubled Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) coverage while lowering overall costs
- Secured FedRAMP accreditation for multiple operating environments
- Migrated critical systems to internal Kubernetes Platform, slashing operational costs by 40–60 days per year
- Decreased malware scanning time for 90% of container images in production by 75%
Led a 20-member cross-functional team (Product Managers, Project Managers, Engineers) designing and maintaining tools used by Comcast's cybersecurity experts. Managed strategic roadmaps across ServiceNow, XSOAR, and internally developed platforms. Provided strategic oversight ensuring compliance with CPNI, NIST 27001, GDPR, CCPA, COPPA, SCF, PCI, and SOX.
Provided strategic oversight to a portfolio of Privacy and Security Compliance programs across CPNI, NIST 27001, GDPR, CCPA, COPPA, SCF, PCI, and SOX. Key player in standing up the Comcast Privacy Program. Developed and rolled out a technologist training program on privacy regulations — earning the Comcast Circle of Success Award and Circle of Innovation Award.
Ensured complex technical voice and data operations aligned with legal and regulatory requirements. Implemented compliance frameworks (NIST 27001, SCF, NIST RMF, NIST CSF). Served as a trusted advisor to leadership and cross-functional teams, modernizing internal operations through automation and collaboration tools.
Provided business performance analysis and process gap identification to establish governance for operations compliance. Developed and maintained compliance metrics, produced reports and data validation, and participated on cross-functional teams to reduce company risk exposure.
Maintained legal and regulatory compliance; researched and analyzed regulatory requirements; worked with independent auditors; supported FCC regulatory filings, tax analysis, and compliance governance.
Senior-level role responsible for creating a PMO and managing complex IT projects in support of the Workplace IT department and Network Security. Led internal and external resources, managed budgets and vendor contracts, and mitigated project risks.
Founded Step-Up Philadelphia to provide computer, technology, business, and finance education to under-served populations in the Philadelphia Metro area. Partnered with other non-profits and local universities to expand educational opportunities across the city.
Built and maintained production-level web applications using HTML5, CSS/SASS, JavaScript, jQuery, PHP, and Ruby on Rails. Managed Git repositories, integrated APIs, ensured cross-browser compatibility, and collaborated with UI/UX teams.
IT and Information Security consulting covering network design, hardware/software support, HIPAA and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, NIST 27001, penetration testing, data redundancy, and infrastructure consulting.
Responsible for physical security, Force Protection, and Anti-Terrorism Measures for a 177,000 sq ft military maintenance facility with 600+ military and civilian personnel.
Facilities/Maintenance Director managing 20+ military/civilian personnel. Coordinated maintenance, contracting, and logistics for a 177,000 sq ft facility and a 50-vehicle motor pool worth over $1 million.
Responsible for all Information Operations related to the Civil Affairs/Psychological Operations Mission for the entire Afghanistan Area of Responsibility. Served as ground combat convoy commander, ensuring the security of 100+ ground assault convoys for Combined Joint Task Force 76.
Responsible for Information Security, Network Security, and Network Operations for a 1,000-terminal multi-OS DoD network, plus database management and backup/recovery for the local server farm at the Naval Inventory Control Point, Philadelphia.
Responsible for Anti-Terrorism, Force Protection, Security, and Weapons Maintenance and Training. Qualified Small Arms Marksman, Marksmanship Instructor, Crew-Served Weapons Instructor, and Non-Lethal Weapons Instructor.
MK86 Gunfire Control Systems Technician and Work Center Supervisor. Managed 12 personnel and over $10 million in equipment including Gunfire Control System RADAR, Gunnery Control Systems, and mainframe computers.
