Michael Johnson is a seasoned cybersecurity executive with deep expertise securing complex environments across banking, healthcare, higher education, and technology sectors. Holding certifications including CISSP, C|CISO, CDPSE, and CEH, Michael brings a comprehensive, compliance-forward approach to information security, with specializations in regulatory frameworks such as GLBA, HIPAA, PCI, SOC 2, and ISO standards.
Michael has served as CISO for over 10 years. He has developed and executed enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategies, led cross-functional security teams, and advised executive leadership on risk management, governance, and resilience. His career spans roles as a Solutions Architect, Senior Security Consultant, and CISO, giving him broad perspective across both technical implementation and executive strategy.
At Ready Education, Michael is committed to building a security-first culture that protects student data, supports institutional trust, and enables the company’s mission of empowering student success worldwide.