
Project Management
Certified PMP & Scrum Master. Experience in Waterfall & Agile

Technology
IT, Cybersecurity, and AI

Business Acumen
Understanding of Business Concepts. WSJ subscriber

GRC
Governance, Risk, and Compliance
Welcome to Douglas Zipay’s Professional Hub
Empowering Organizations Through Expert Cybersecurity and IT Project Management
I’m Douglas Zipay, a seasoned Cybersecurity and IT Project Manager with over a decade of experience driving complex, high-stakes projects across various enterprises. I deliver innovative, secure, and scalable solutions that align with organizational goals while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.
With a proven track record in Identity and Access Management (IAM), enterprise security systems, and IT infrastructure upgrades, I specialize in bridging the gap between technical execution and strategic objectives.
What I Bring to the Table
- Deep Cybersecurity Expertise: Certified CISSP, CISA, CEH, and more, I excel in designing and implementing robust security architectures for classified government networks.
- Project Execution Excellence: PMP and Scrum Master certified with hands on experience delivering projects on time and within budget for organizations like the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) and U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM).
- Innovative Problem Solving: Skilled in leveraging tools like Jira and Microsoft Project to optimize workflows, manage risks, and enhance team performance.
- Regulatory Compliance Leadership: Adept at navigating complex frameworks, ensuring compliance with federal standards.
Certifications & Credentials
I hold an array of professional certifications that underscore my expertise:
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Professional Scrum Master – 1 (PSM-1)
- ITIL V3 Foundation
- Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM)
My educational background includes an MBA in Financial Management and a BSBA in Business Administration, equipping me with both technical acumen and business strategy insights.
Personal Interests
- Distance Runner 🏃♂️: I enjoy distance running- especially in the warm Florida weather. I’m also in the gym 5+ mornings a week.
- Investor 📈: I invest & trade equities and occasionally seek speculative opportunities. WSJ reader.
- Tech Hobbyist 💻: Ethical hacker, Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), amateur (ham) radio, AI, and lock picking.
Let’s Collaborate
If you’re looking for a results oriented leader to drive your next cybersecurity or IT project to success — let’s talk! Together, we can transform challenges into opportunities.
New Post – Fresh Start
Background: I used to post things in this blog like my attendance at local Tampa networking events: - Tampa AWS Users Group - Java Users Group - PMI -BSides I also included some of my accomplishments with Department of the Interior (DOI): - CyberArk - Elastic...