Jeffrey Brown is a senior cybersecurity advisor and strategic leader who helps organizations transform cybersecurity from a technical obligation into a business-driven advantage. As a Cybersecurity Advisor at Microsoft, he works closely with the world’s leading financial institutions, partnering with CISOs, executive leadership, and policymakers to design cloud-first, AI-ready security strategies aligned with resilience, trust, and innovation.
Jeffrey brings deep cross-sector experience spanning government, finance, and insurance. He previously served as the first Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the State of Connecticut, where he built nationally recognized cybersecurity programs and helped shape policy and regulatory engagement at the state and federal levels. His leadership experience gives him a rare ability to bridge boardroom priorities with real-world security execution.
Known for his ability to translate complex cyber risk into clear, actionable insight, Jeffrey advises boards, regulators, and senior executives on making informed decisions that enable growth rather than impede it. His perspective emphasizes cybersecurity as a core business function, integrated into enterprise strategy rather than confined to technical silos.
