Mike Hardy

President & CEO @Cybertech Global

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Mike Hardy is a seasoned executive with an extensive background in information technology and security, currently serving as the President and CEO of Cybertech Global. With a strong emphasis on cybersecurity innovation, Mike has led the company and its world-class partner companies to new heights, establishing the group as a global leader in vulnerability assessments, digital forensics, anti-ransomware and data recovery. Prior to his role at Cybertech, Mike held several senior management positions in the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. Army, honing his leadership skills and gaining a deep understanding of the information technology and intelligence and security sectors as a special agent, senior threat analyst and former chief of the Army’s Technical Counterintelligence Company. He is known for his strategic vision and his ability to drive organizational change while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction and the mission. Mike holds several cybersecurity certifications along with an entrepreneurial Master’s degree. His commitment to excellence and passion for technology and cybersecurity continue to shape the direction of Cybertech Global.

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Work Background

CyberTech-Global, LLC President

Feb. 2020San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan AreaPresident of Cybertech-Global (CTG) is a US boutique security business with its core capabilities in digital crime, forensics, cyber security, information networks, and security operations, powered by a team of veterans in US elite cyber intelligence and national intelligence units.

MJ Productions DBA Miranda ProducionnesFilm & Video Writer/Producer/Director

Oct. 2014San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area; Asuncion, ParaguayFilm and Video writer, producer and director with several projects in various stages of development. In Post-Production: The List, a thriller. Synopsis: After a brutal dictatorship falls in South America, a wealthy exiled family returns from America to reclaim their lives. However, the new government marks the father and his family as collaborators with the old regime and they and others on a death list must survive 12 hours of being hunted by vigilantes and prove their innocence to earn the right to live – if they can stay alive. Coming soon in 2022. In Development: o a TV series about a hard-edged cop and mother after her estranged husband’s mysterious death in Louisiana struggling to keep her family together in mystical New Orleans. o A horror film about a group of college kids home on summer who unknowingly unleash an ancient evil spirit bent on restarting their murderous killing spree. Future projects: o o an action feature film about special operation forces conducting a rescue mission in the Middle East. o a historical action feature film about Hitler's inner circle and a secret that could destroy his regime from within. Recent productions: o Produced, directed and edited a DVD for the installation of a new pastor at Church of the Good Shepherd, Oakland, California. Included the edited version of the installation service, a documentary about the new pastor and several music videos shot live during the installation. o Produced and directed a marketing video for STEMStick, a revolutionary new educational tool for K-12 education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. o Produced and edited the five year anniversary video for the Science and Human Rights Coalition of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. o Produced and edited videos for the Arlington Animal Welfare League of Arlington

Gary Sanchez Productions1st Team/Basecamp Production Assistant - "A Deadly Adoption"

Sep. 2014 - Oct. 2014Greater Los Angeles Area1st Team and Basecamp Production Assistant for A Deadly Adoption, starring Will Ferrell and Kristen Wiig. As 1st Team PA was primary coordinator for Will, Kristen and other talent, coordinating the efforts of the Hair, Makeup, Wardrobe and Sound Departments to ensure that Will, Kristen and the rest of the cast were ready for set. Handled Background Extras as needed. As Basecamp PA, compiled the Exhibit G’s for SAG-AFTRA actors plus managed a child actor with studio teacher. Also completed time sheets for the Assistant Director Department and assembled time cards, contracts, appearance releases, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), start-work and other production paperwork for the Football and other files.

Fort Bliss, LLCFilm Producer

May. 2013 - Oct. 2014Los Angeles Metropolitan Area; Washington, DCAssociate Producer and member of the producing team for the independent feature film, "Fort Bliss." Facilitated US Army and Department of Defense support for the film, which is about a female Army medic who returns from an extended deployment in Afghanistan to find she has to rebuild her relationship with her young son. The film was released in 2014/2015 and features the most active duty soldiers and equipment supporting a commercial film in recent years. Also was instrumental in facilitating funding for the film. Served as production coordinator for the film during the shoot at Fort Bliss, Texas as well as advisor concerning the current conflict and culture in Afghanistan. Also produced the award-winning "Making Of Fort Bliss" featurette and the director's commentary for the DVD.

Headquarters Battalion, US ArmyNATO Liaison & Afghanistan SME

Oct. 2010 - Apr. 2013Arlington, VASubject matter expert for the Afghanistan conflict for national intelligence agencies, combatant commands and the Joint Staff. Liaison officer between US and NATO 2X enterprises for policy, networks and technology interoperability. Advised NATO 2X technology developers and facilitated development and fielding in Afghanistan of the most advanced CI/HUMINT toolset in existence.

NATO SchoolAdjunct Instructor & Senior Mentor

Apr. 2010 - Nov. 2012Oberammergau, GermanyAdjunct Instructor & Senior Mentor for the NATO School, supporting the CJ2X and Stability courses, with an emphasis on the war in Afghanistan and Afghan society and history. Co-facilitated Mobile Training teams for major US and European units deploying to theater.

ISAFTF Executive Officer & CI/HUMINT SME

Jul. 2010 - Sep. 2010Bagram, AfghanistanInterim Executive Officer for Task Force Intel, the US Army G-2 (Forward) element forward deployed in Bagram, Afghanistan.

ISAFChief, CJ2X

May. 2009 - Mar. 2010Kabul, AfghanistanStaff Director for the ISAF CJ2X, the element coordinating the Counterintelligence (CI), HUMINT, Security and Disclosure effort for the 100,000 soldier 42 nation NATO-led International Security and Assistance Force (ISAF). o Coordinated the 2X Enterprise in Afghanistan on behalf of NATO. Led a multinational military and civilian staff of 25 at HQ, ISAF and a battalion-equivalent multinational operational element of over 80 operational and strategic level CI/HUMINT operators. o Responsible for directing the theater's collection effort in those disciplines and disseminating a common threat picture to the Coalition and when releasable, the Afghan government. Created the first "air gap" process that shared US-created NATO releasable intelligence on NATO networks and NATO-created reporting on US networks. o CJ2 Action Officer and Staff Proponent for integrating the Army Human Terrain System (HTS) into NATO brigades and US "Surge" brigades across the Afghan theater. o Revitalized and refocused the pilot Afghan Public Protection Program (AP3) in Wardak Province, facilitating its adoption as a national model for local policing and village stability operations. o In support of the Afghan Ministry of Rural Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (MRRD), facilitated additional US Department of State and USAID funding and resources for for strengthening local capacity via their Community Development Council program, rated by US GAO as the most effective development program in Afghanistan. Such development also provided alternate employment for potential or current Taliban members. o Additional duties involved supporting Taliban reintegration operations and Afghan stability and development operations. These programs greatly expanded ISAF's understanding of the Taliban insurgency through CJ2X debriefs of recently-serving Taliban leaders and fighters who switched allegiances to GIRoA.

US Army G-2XCI/HUMINT Plans and Policy Officer

Oct. 2006 - May. 2009Pentagon, VACI/HUMINT Plans officer for Headquarters, Department of the Army. Coordinate APEX updates for warplans, conducted regional deep dives into regional component command performance and human resources utilization analysis. Served as US Army representative on the Joint Intelligence Operational Planning board.

US ArmyOther Career Highlights

Jan. 1998 - Dec. 2006Various Locations Worldwideo Ops Officer/Deputy Counter-fire Chief, Third ROK Army/Team 3, USFK, Republic of Korea o U.S. Defense & Army Attaché (Interim), US Embassy, Suva (for Fiji, Tonga, Kiribati & Tahiti) o Video Producer, US Army War College, Carlisle Barracks, PA o Instructor/Strategic Intelligence Officer, US Army War College, Carlisle Barracks, PA o RS2/Regimental Intelligence Officer, 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment, Baghdad, Iraq/Fort Polk, LA o U.S. Army Attaché, Belgrade, Yugoslavia & Kosovo Diplomatic Observer Mission (KDOM)/OSCE Humanitarian Observer, Pristina, Kosovo o Deputy CIO, Dir of Operations, DIA o Company Commander, 902nd MI Group o Intelligence Officer, USAFIA o HUMINT Team Chief, Operation Restore Hope (Somalia)

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