About me
Speaker, Author and Critical Infrastructure Expert
For 33 years, he has navigated the ever-evolving landscape of Information Technology, helping organizations build resilient, secure, and scalable systems. His career is defined by high-stakes problem solving and industry-recognized excellence in cybersecurity.
Beyond security, he has been a leading consultant in the smart utility sector. He has been a primary architect and consultant for smart metering initiatives, personally responsible for the deployment and strategic oversight of 6 million installations. Whether he is hardening a network against modern threats or managing the intricacies of a national-scale hardware rollout, He brings a veteran’s perspective and a record of proven results to every project.
The future doesn’t need more technology,
the future needs more leaders.
Roger Cates
Roger’s expertise extends beyond cybersecurity. He understands how culture, leadership, and accountability work together to protect clients, employees, investors, and organizations as a whole. His ability to translate complex security concepts into practical leadership principles is both rare and valuable.
I highly recommend Roger to any organization looking for a leader who understands that security is not just a technology issue. It’s a people and culture issue as well. He speaks and acts from the mindset of caring for the entity and peoples inside its future.
Dean G., Behavioral Scientist and Tech Founder
It is a distinct pleasure to recommend Roger Cates for any senior leadership or high-level technical role within the cybersecurity industry. Having worked alongside Roger, I have witnessed firsthand the impact of his three decades of experience, which firmly established him as a cornerstone of our organization and a trusted expert in the field.
Roger’s tenure in the industry is not merely a matter of time; it is defined by a depth of institutional knowledge and technical acumen that is increasingly rare.
Jason W., Senior Cyber Security Architect
I am pleased to recommend Roger Cates. Roger was key in helping a previous employer build a stronger, more practical, and more intentional network security practice. He brought clarity to the work, helped translate security needs into executable actions, and understood how to align technical decisions with business outcomes. What stands out about Roger is his ability to execute. He understands how to move complex security initiatives forward without making them unnecessarily complicated. For any organization looking to strengthen security practices, mature teams, and build capability for today’s marketplace, I strongly recommend Roger.
Craig H., CISO
Roger is one of those rare talents who is highly skilled with technology yet has the ability to make the complex seem understandable. His high moral standards and people skills enable him to servce his clients above the standard.
Kelly G., Principal and Owner