Jennifer I. Raiford, CEO, CISO, Recognized for Expertise in the Cybersecurity Industry
Jennifer I. Raiford, CEO, CISO, is the chief executive officer and chief information security officer at Globe-Sec
Ms. Raiford is known for navigating complexity with precision and delivering bold, transformative outcomes at the intersection of technology, policy and leadership.
STOCKBRIDGE, GA, July 03, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — Jennifer I. Raiford, CEO, CISO, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Raiford has established herself as a formidable leader in the cybersecurity and information technology sectors. As the founder, chief executive officer and chief information security officer of Globe-Sec, she has been instrumental in shaping the company’s strategic direction since its inception in 2015. Her leadership extends to the Globe-Sec advisory division, where she collaborates with industry giants like Comcast and Nitel to develop AI and quantum-ready data centers with a focus on sustainability. In recognition of her impact across the telecommunications landscape, Ms. Raiford was named among the Power 100 by ITW Capacity Media, solidifying her reputation as one of the most influential executives in the industry.
As a dynamic and visionary leader, Ms. Raiford has operationalized cybersecurity frameworks across diverse industries, integrating advanced AI technologies to enhance data privacy, risk management and network security. She founded the security, privacy, compliance, and risk office for InComm, the world’s largest prepaid processor, becoming its inaugural chief information security officer (CISO), chief compliance and risk officer (CCRO) and chief privacy officer (CPO). At Unisys, Ms. Raiford became the company’s first business information security officer (BISO) in 2022, advanced to deputy CISO and head BISO, and was later appointed as the chief executive officer’s liaison to the president’s National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (NSTAC). As a member of two NSTAC subcommittees, she contributed to national cybersecurity strategies that shaped key recommendations to the president in 2023 and 2024.
Concurrently with her primary position, Ms. Raiford served at Unisys in multiple executive security roles from 2018 to 2024. In these capacities, she was pivotal in bridging the gap between security and business operations. Her influence extended globally to the public sector and aerospace defense, intelligence, commercial and financial areas.
Serving as a foundation for her professional success, Ms. Raiford’s academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in business with a focus on global management, marketing and information systems from Eastern Michigan University, completed in 1995. She further enhanced her skills with certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from Caterpillar Inc. and has continued her professional development through elite leadership tracks, including the EY Executive Program, with which she has been involved since 2024.
In addition to her professional achievements, Ms. Raiford is actively involved in several industry-related organizations, including the International Association of Privacy Professionals, Women in Cybersecurity, the Executive Women’s Forum, Women in Technology, and Alpha Kappa Psi National Professional Business Fraternity. Her commitment to diversity and inclusion is evident through her role as global executive board chair for diversity, equity, and inclusion at Unisys from 2020 to 2024.
Ms. Raiford’s contributions also extend to civic roles. She serves as a global ambassador for the U.S. for the Global Council for Responsible AI (GCRAI) and holds advisory positions with Cyversity, Cyberswitch Technologies MBE Risk Assessments, Stealth Networks, SOCaaS, MDR, and 1CISO.io. Her alignment with the mission of GCRAI AI particularly emphasizes her dedication to fostering global collaboration and impactful partnerships for a future powered by responsible AI practices.
Often referred to as the “Olivia Pope of Cyber and AI,” Ms. Raiford is renowned as a strategist and fixer. She is known for navigating complexity with precision and delivering bold, transformative outcomes at the intersection of technology, policy and leadership. A visionary strategist and sought-after keynote speaker, she inspires organizations to embrace governance frameworks that prioritize transparency, fairness and accountability.
Ms. Raiford’s exceptional contributions have earned her numerous accolades, including the Unisys Annual Achievement Award, the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Creative Innovator Award and the National Leadership in Action Award. She was also recently nominated for an honorary doctorate and named a 2025 Hall of Fame recipient, celebrating her global impact and groundbreaking leadership in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and responsible innovation.
Widely regarded as a rainmaker, Ms. Raiford consistently delivers high-impact results and cultivates transformative growth opportunities across business, technology and policy. Notably, she has maintained a 100% success rate in helping organizations pass audits and achieve industry certifications, reinforcing her reputation for operational excellence, accountability and compliance leadership.
Ms. Raiford has served in senior leadership roles at globally respected organizations, including InComm, Unisys, Comcast, Nitel, Kellogg’s, Grant Thornton, Ford Motor Company, PricewaterhouseCoopers and the American Red Cross. She has driven strategic initiatives across cybersecurity, risk and compliance in both public and private sectors, spanning defense and intelligence, aerospace defense, private enterprise, commercial markets, fintech, judiciary, law enforcement, entertainment, banking, manufacturing and the military.
Ms. Raiford attributes her success to both her mindset and upbringing. From an early age, she was taught that determination could turn any goal into reality, instilling in her a strong sense of confidence. Guided by her faith in God, she trusted she was on the right path. Throughout her career, she has worked with executives and was fortunate to have mentors who recognized her potential and supported her growth. Grateful for their guidance, she often asks what stood out to them, and most often, they point to her resilience.
Reflecting on her journey and the power of self-belief in forging new paths, Ms. Raiford says, “As a trailblazer, I often walked into rooms, looked to my left and right, and did not see myself. I always told myself I belonged—and believed it.”
In her personal life, Ms. Raiford enjoys music and traveling and prioritizes spending time with her two daughters. Looking ahead, she aims to make a significant impact on next-generation data centers and critical infrastructure in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.
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