Modern CISO Network: Board Book
A directory of board-ready security leaders
location
AMER
areas of expertise
- Strategy and tactical execution
- Cyber program development
- Multicloud security Threat detection and protection Security incident management
- Client communication
- Audit and compliance
- Security and network design
Robert 'Bobby' Alldread
Senior Director – Global Security
Manhattan Associates
“Manhattan Associates’ most senior and influential cybersecurity advisor.” Bobby is a successful cybersecurity technology leader and military veteran with more than 20 years of IT experience. His strengths include setting cybersecurity strategy, advising executive teams on risk management, and overseeing the technical execution of business enhancing security solutions. Bobby develops highly successful global security programs. Bobby’s security programs support the regulatory compliance, protection, and monitoring of corporate and multicloud software solutions. He sponsored the onboarding of a dedicated security operations center and oversees all cyber incident management. He spearheaded the development and regularly moderates a multi-department cybersecurity committee focusing on addressing total organizational cyber risk. He advises senior executives on reporting cyber risk to board members. As a certified CISO, Bobby utilizes his education and experience to guide business leaders on strong security practices. He participates in several local and regional security communities, sharing cloud-focused security guidance with industry peers.
A highly technical leader with a strong security background, Bobby has deep insight into technology solutions that assist the business with securing systems and applications. His security focus drives both on-premise and cloud monitoring and protections, enabling the organization to operate attack-resilient infrastructure. Previous responsibilities at Manhattan Associates include operating in managerial and technical roles in networking, security, and IT operations. Before his career with Manhattan Associates, Bobby served in the Armed Forces as a logistics and supply specialist aboard several US aircraft carriers. After eight years of military service, he transitioned to the civilian sector as a technical IT consultant, focusing on Cisco networking and security solutions.