Olivia Phillips

Olivia Phillips

Olivia Phillips commands distinction as a seasoned cybersecurity leader, bridging two decades of technical acumen with unparalleled leadership prowess. As Director of Cyber Assessments at Amtrak, Olivia orchestrates meticulous evaluations, prioritizing vulnerability risks and orchestrating comprehensive security measures across the organizations expansive infrastructure. Olivia's leadership footprint extends to groundbreaking Insider Threat and Cyber Threat hunting programs, spanning both public and private sectors. Her innovative approach in these areas curtailed data exfiltration risks and reduced the time for organizations to identify threat. Renowned for her collaborative finesse, she drives cross-functional strategies for swift threat detection, precise incident response, and robust recovery. Her initiatives encompass pioneering tool development, empowering staff through targeted training, and conducting rigorous penetration testing for financial institutions, proactively mitigating breach risks. Earlier in her career, Olivia's proficiency in malware analysis and forensic investigations created opportunities to further develop her comprehensive leadership approach. With enduring contributions, Olivia continues to shape elevated security measures and instills a culture of proactive vigilance that resonates throughout the organization.

Posts by Olivia Phillips

The Fallout of Cuts to Cybersecurity
The Fallout of Cuts to Cybersecurity

The Fallout of Cuts to Cybersecurity

(April 7, 2025) 2 min read
7 Key Steps to Bridge the Career Development Abyss
Bridging the Career Development Abyss

7 Key Steps to Bridge the Career Development Abyss

(March 28, 2025) 3 min read
AI is a Hidden Risk to Organizations
AI is a Hidden Risk to Organizations

AI is a Hidden Risk to Organizations

(November 6, 2024) 3 min read