Tampa Bay InfraGard Board of Directors

President

Dr. Wesley Moy

Dr. Wesley Moy is an adjunct lecturer at Johns Hopkins University. He retired from the Department of Homeland Security in 2019, where he held a variety of senior positions. Prior to that, he was Associate Deputy Director and a founding officer at the National Counterterrorism Center. He has researched and written on homeland security intelligence, disinformation, and artificial intelligence.

Dr. Moy graduated from Binghamton University with a bachelor’s degree in political science. Dr. Moy holds a master’s from Rutgers Business School, the National Intelligence University, and the U.S. Army War College. He holds a Ph.D. from National University and is a senior fellow at the Partnership for Public Service in Washington, D.C.

Dr. Moy retired from the U.S. Army as a Colonel who has commanded at all levels, including all Army Reserve’s strategic intelligence units worldwide.

Vice President

Marco Di Pasquale

Marco Di Pasquale is an internationally experienced information technology, risk and information security/
cybersecurity professional with 33 years of experience. Twenty-seven plus of those years have been directly
involved in the Information Security/ Cybersecurity sector. He is currently running his consulting practice with
Chasm-X, Inc. and as a Partner of Messa Nera, LLC, a defense company building Cyber Programs. He has been
guiding clients to the appropriate strategies, solutions, go-to-market direction and most efficient processes to run a
proper Digital Security Program.

Marco’s experience has been focused primarily on protecting critical infrastructures, both domestically and globally. His time over the last dozen-plus years has encompassed operational elements as well as managing teams that design, engineer, and deliver solutions. Many of his years were spent in the financial services community, continually expanding his domain expertise in both technology and the financial technology industry. He has contributed to the FS-ISAC Organization and has served on the Tampa InfraGard Board since 2024. Marco’s broad industry knowledge enables his teams to align business needs with a people, process, and technology approach tailored to each client.

Treasurer

Wayne Selk

Wayne joined CompTIA in March 2022 and serves as the Vice President of Cybersecurity Programs and Executive Director of the Information Sharing and Analysis Organization (ISAO). Wayne has co-authored, contributed to, and facilitated the ConnectWise MSP+ Framework, Playbooks, and Certify Fundamentals and Advanced Courses. With over 25 years of experience and leadership in planning, managing, and delivering information security deployments to help CompTIA members secure their and their customers' sensitive/business-critical data. He joined ConnectWise in 2018 through its acquisition of Sienna Group, a security solutions provider.

During his five years at Sienna Group, he served as a principal consultant who focused on data classification, FISMA compliance, and managed security services. Prior to that, he was a senior director of federal services for Symantec, where he oversaw delivery and project management functions for the Department of Defense and other federal organizations, a network engineer for BAE Systems who identified and documented information security best practices, and a senior network management architect for Belenos Inc., where he developed a network management practice for the company's southeast region. Wayne holds the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and recently acquired the Certified Data Protection Solutions Engineer (CDPSE). He currently resides in the Tampa Bay Area.

Secretary

Melinda (Mindy) Walden

Melinda (Mindy) serves as Tampa Bay InfraGard’s secretary and is a well-respected technology leader with extensive healthcare cybersecurity experience, including expertise in Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) compliance. Melinda completed her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Bellevue University. With over 10 years at UnitedHealth Group (UHG), she has contributed to enterprise-wide security improvements, security risk identification, and alignment with regulatory and security requirements.

She is recognized for developing frameworks and training materials that improve consistency, strengthen awareness, and support security best practices across teams. Melinda also works closely with business and technical stakeholders and contributes to key initiatives as a member of the Architecture Review Board and Crypto Board. She was accepted into the Technical Leadership Career Path program to further strengthen her leadership skills. She has presented and shared her expertise on medical device cybersecurity at ISACA’s Tampa Bay conference.

She is an active member of ISC2, holding the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), and HealthCare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner (HCISPP) certifications, among many others. Outside of work, she enjoys Florida’s sunshine, morning coffee, and time with her family.

Director of Membership

Erica Nantais

As a cybersecurity and eDiscovery leader, Erica leads cross-functional teams that deliver technology professionals to solve complex, high-stakes challenges. Erica has a strong record of transforming programs, streamlining operations, and executing projects with precision, efficiency, and impact.

As the Director of Membership for the InfraGard Tampa Bay Chapter, Erica grows and engages a trusted network of critical infrastructure professionals by promoting information sharing and relationship-building. Her leadership emphasizes trust, service, and strategic connectivity, ensuring members access meaningful opportunities for education, partnership, and operational awareness in cybersecurity and infrastructure protection.

With Project Management Professional (PMP), CompTIA Security+, and other certifications, her expertise spans in information governance, digital forensics, eDiscovery operations, and secure data handling across complex environments.

Director of Communications

Barry Kortekaas

Barry Kortekaas has spent more than twenty years on the front lines of cybersecurity, defending critical infrastructure, building security programs, and leading teams across both government and enterprise environments. He most recently served as Executive Vice President of Information Security and Chief Information Security Officer at Morgan & Morgan, America’s largest personal injury law firm, where he has helped drive double-digit year-over-year growth since 2020. Previously, Barry was CISO at PODS Enterprises, overseeing information security and IT operations for the billion-dollar moving and storage company. His career also includes global leadership roles at Rosetta Stone and PwC.

Barry got involved with InfraGard because he believes the cybersecurity talent pipeline depends on experienced practitioners paying it forward and actively developing the people behind them. He is equally committed to strengthening collaboration between industry and government to better protect the infrastructure we all depend on. He brings prior nonprofit board experience to this role.

A sought-after speaker at cybersecurity conferences and a contributing author on cybersecurity risk, Barry and his wife have called Tampa Bay home for nearly 30 years.

Director of Sector Chiefs

Tyler Ward

Tyler Ward is the CEO of CSG-Cyber, a cybersecurity firm providing cyber defense,
penetration testing, breach response, and threat hunting services to public and private
sector organizations. A former U.S. Air Force cyber operations specialist and intelligence
community professional, he is a veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and
Joint Task Force Horn of Africa.

Tyler also currently serves as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and has held that role for more than 50 organizations. Over the course of his career, he has managed hundreds of cyber incidents and data breaches, helping organizations avoid approximately $450 million in ransomware and cyber-extortion payments. He is a member and a contributor to the Forbes Technology Council and serves on the Board of Directors for FBI InfraGard in Tampa Bay.

Tyler is a published author and experienced ethical hacker who has conducted security assessments for over 250 companies. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Security and a Master of Business Administration, as well as certifications including CISSP, GCIH, GSEC, MCSE, CompTIA Security+, and CMMC Registered Practitioner.

Director of Media and Technology

Jacqueline (Jackie) Zolecki

Ms. Zolecki is a cybersecurity educator, practitioner, and advocate dedicated to preparing the next generation of technology professionals. She is a Cybersecurity Faculty member at the College of Computer Information Technology at St. Petersburg College, where she teaches various courses, including governance, risk management, compliance, operating system security, disaster recovery and incident response, along with many other courses in-person and online making sure students learn hands-on, technical, and soft skills. With a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and industry certifications including CompTIA’s CySA+ and Security+, EC-Council Certified Security Analyst. She combines technical expertise with a passion for student success. Her work focuses on translating complex cybersecurity concepts into engaging, real-world learning experiences that empower students to build confidence, develop critical skills, and pursue meaningful careers.

Beyond the classroom, Jacqueline is a dedicated advocate for cybersecurity and artificial intelligence workforce development, education, and community engagement. She serves as Faculty Advisor for Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) and is an active contributor within the OpenAI Forum. Through mentorship, outreach, and education initiatives, she works to expand access to opportunities in cybersecurity and technology.

Director of Sponsorship

Leah Livingston

Being in the technology industry for over 10 years, Leah found her passion for security while working in merchant processing. She’s passionate about keeping businesses secure through effective convergent security, healthy financial practices, and lean operational overhead.

A direct communicator, team-oriented, and organized project manager, Leah is authentically committed to solving problems. She holds a Master's from the University of Innsbruck in Austria, has traveled to over 45 countries, and lived in four.

New to the Tampa Bay area? Get in touch with her to get more involved with the chapter.

Past President

Michael Ritchie

Michael W. Ritchie is a 25-year veteran of the technology industry and start-up ecosystem. An accomplished technical expert, Michael is currently serving as the Treasurer of InfraGard Tamp Bay Members Alliance. His diverse background includes MedTech/HIMS, FinTech, eCommerce, ERP, B2B, B2C, SaaS, and Enterprise Web Services. His experience includes solutions for Veralytic, Moffitt Cancer Center, UPS, MCI, MTV, Worldcom, Harcourt Brace, HSN, and CNBC.

He has a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science and is a member of the UPE Honor Society for Computing. Michael is the Founder of Germinal, LLC, a software design and development consultancy; a frequent public speaker, dad, and overgrown Boy Scout (scoutmaster).