Security Advisory

Security Advisory.
When You Need It.

Senior security advisory for startups and regulated companies — without the full-time hire. One advisor. Deep expertise. Real outcomes.

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Security Architecture & Zero Trust
Practical, identity-centric architectures designed for how your organization actually operates.
02
Data Privacy & Compliance
GDPR, CCPA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2 — operationalized, not just documented.
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Startup Security Advisory
Enterprise-grade thinking for high-growth companies that need security to enable revenue, not slow it down.
About

The Rare Combination of Architect and Advisor.

REHLX is a boutique security advisory practice. I work with a small number of clients at a time — which means you get focused, senior-level attention, not a junior team working from a playbook.

I started as a software engineer, which gives me an edge most advisors don't have: I can review your architecture in the morning and present risk strategy to your board in the afternoon.

I work with founders, CTOs, and executive teams who need security to move with the business — not against it.

Background
15+ years across consumer platforms, SaaS, fintech, and the federal sector. Built security programs from scratch at companies operating at significant scale under active regulatory oversight.
Technical Depth
Zero Trust, cloud security (AWS, multi-cloud), IAM, Kubernetes, secure SDLC, DevSecOps, threat modeling — hands-on expertise, not surface-level familiarity.
Compliance Fluency
PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA. Programs that satisfy regulators and actually reduce risk.
How I Work
Focused engagements. Fixed scope. Senior-level work on your most acute challenges — no scope creep, no junior teams, no generic frameworks.
Location
Washington, D.C. Metro Area — available remotely worldwide.
Services

Three Ways to Engage.

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Enterprise Deal-Closer Audit

Losing enterprise deals because your security posture can't survive procurement scrutiny? In 2–3 weeks I assess your product security, IAM controls, and data architecture — then deliver the security narrative and remediation blueprint you need to close the deal.

Fixed scope 2–3 weeks SOC 2 · ISO 27001 Enterprise readiness
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Founding Security Blueprint

Scaling fast but not ready for a full-time CISO? In 30–60 days I assess your gaps, define your risk model, embed Zero Trust into your engineering workflows, and deliver a roadmap your team can execute — without slowing down product velocity.

30–60 days Zero Trust Risk model Series A–C
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Strategic Advisory Retainer

Your on-call senior advisor for board presentations, regulatory inquiries, investor due diligence, and high-stakes architecture decisions. Available when it matters most — without the overhead of a full-time hire.

Monthly retainer Board advisory Regulatory support VC/PE portfolio
Contact

Let's Talk About Your Situation.

Every engagement starts with an honest conversation. Tell me where you are and I'll give you a straight read on what you need — no obligation.