Cynthia Izzo
Principal

Background

Cyndi Izzo is the Global Head of Digital Risk, principal and leads the KPMG Global Digital Risk network of people and services, as part of the firm’s Advisory practice. With more than 26 years of management advisory, business and technology experience, Cyndi is accountable for sustained and measurable business growth through a purpose-led approach, which includes identifying, developing, mentoring, and retaining top talent while perpetuating the core values of the firm.

Digital Risk Management (currently powered by 450+ professionals) answers the demand for solutions that address technology and enterprise risk from emerging and disruptive technologies (i.e., Cloud Computing, Social Media, Mobile Enterprise, Internet of Things, Blockchain, Robotics, etc.). Cyndi and her team bring real and positive impact to Advisory clients by aligning their emerging technology risk agenda with their dynamic business and compliance priorities. In recent years, Cyndi was the U.S. Cyber Strategy and Governance solution leader, as well as the U.S. Privacy leader. In these earlier roles she was responsible for the development and advancement of Cyber services, including training, development, and skill utilization of more than 160 professionals. Professional and Industry Experience.

Cyndi began her career in KPMG's financial services audit practice. Since that time, she has advised clients and their boards in managing technology and the related risks including IT Governance, Cyber,

Information Security and Privacy, Vendor Management, Business Continuity, and IT Attestations. Cyndi has substantial experience leading and coordinating cyber security advisory engagements. In this role, she provided information security expertise helping companies to protect their information and data systems, and to establish continuity and data recovery services. Cyndi has also provided subject matter knowledge and guidance on information security and privatization regulations and contract compliance.