Founder and Principal Advisor
Bruce J. Bakis
Bruce is the Founder and Principal Advisor of CyBridge Advisors LLC, a consultancy focused on bridging strategy, partnerships, and cybersecurity. He brings more than three decades of experience as a systems engineer, program manager, and cybersecurity leader, including a distinguished career at MITRE.
Bruce is recognized for his ability to connect technical insight with board-level strategy. He has led initiatives that strengthened enterprise resilience, advised on governance of emerging technologies, and built collaborations across government, industry, and universities. His expertise spans cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and fostering cross-sector cyber information sharing partnerships.
He is passionate about advancing board governance in the digital era and mentoring the next generation of technology leaders. Bruce also contributes to professional and community boards, bringing a steady focus on resilience, trust, and innovation.