Florida is becoming one of the country’s most active cybersecurity centers. The state supports banking, healthcare, logistics, transportation, manufacturing, and public services. Each sector depends on strong security leadership to protect complex systems and maintain business continuity.
Below is a list of ten active Chief Information Security Officers shaping Florida’s cybersecurity landscape in 2025.
Victor Campos – CISO, JM Family Enterprises
Victor Campos leads cybersecurity for JM Family Enterprises, a large automotive and financial services company. His work supports enterprise security, risk alignment, and resilience across nationwide operations.
Gary Eppinger – VP of Technology and CISO, CSX
Gary Eppinger manages security and technology risk for CSX, one of the largest freight rail companies in the United States. His role spans operational technology, transportation systems, and infrastructure protection.
Juan Gomez-Sanchez – VP of Cyber Resilience, McLane Company
Juan Gomez-Sanchez oversees cyber resilience for McLane, a major supply chain and distribution company. His work supports logistics uptime, incident response, and continuity across critical operations.
Rich Latayan – CISO, AAA
Rich Latayan leads cybersecurity for AAA. He is responsible for protecting member data, digital platforms, and real-time service systems that support nationwide customer operations.
Kim Sassaman – CISO, Universal Health Services
Kim Sassaman heads cybersecurity for Universal Health Services, one of the country’s largest healthcare providers. She oversees patient data protection, compliance programs, and clinical security strategy.
Brian Fricke – CISO, City National Bank of Florida
Brian Fricke directs cybersecurity efforts for City National Bank of Florida. He manages fraud prevention, secure banking operations, and programs that support regulatory and risk requirements.
Jeremy Rodgers – State CISO, Florida Digital Service
Jeremy Rodgers leads statewide cybersecurity strategy for the Florida Digital Service. His work supports government agencies, public services, and digital infrastructure used across the state.
Marcos Marrero – CISO, H.I.G. Capital
Marcos Marrero oversees cybersecurity for H.I.G. Capital, a global private equity firm. He manages enterprise security, portfolio risk oversight, and due diligence across diverse business sectors.
Ed Ortiz-Romeu – VP and Global Head of Cybersecurity, Techtronic Industries
Ed Ortiz-Romeu directs global cybersecurity programs for Techtronic Industries. His work covers manufacturing systems, supply chain security, and consumer-facing digital products.
Justin Zimmerman – VP and CISO, Giant Eagle
Justin Zimmerman supports cybersecurity and compliance for Giant Eagle and is an active member of the Florida security leadership community. His work includes enterprise oversight and risk management.
Florida’s cybersecurity landscape continues to grow as companies expand their digital operations and modernize their systems. These CISOs guide programs that protect critical services and support economic stability across the state. Their leadership helps shape how Florida responds to evolving threats and prepares for future challenges.