Michael Vida is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in strategic consulting and team leadership across various organizations. Currently serving as a Strategy Consultant at First Health Advisory since April 2024, Michael previously held the position of Manager, Cyber Resilience at Clearwater, guiding teams of cyber strategy consultants and vCISOs. Earlier roles at CynergisTek, Inc. included managing cyber resilience teams and leading security consulting services focused on NIST CSF program assessments. Michael's career began in the United States Navy, followed by significant positions in healthcare and network security. Michael holds a Master of Science in Information Security and Assurance from Western Governors University and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from the University of Phoenix.