Robert Di Girolamo

Rob Di Girolamo (Digs) is a Senior Security Architect and Co-Lead of Connection's Security Center of Excellence, where he helps organizations navigate an increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape. With deep expertise spanning Security Management, Security Program Development, Zero Trust Architecture, and Security Operations, Rob works closely with clients to design and implement security strategies that align business objectives with modern risk management practices. A CISSP-certified security professional, Rob is recognized for his ability to translate evolving threats into practical, actionable security frameworks. His recent research has focused on some of the industry's most pressing challenges, including AI-driven cyber threats and the transition to post-quantum cryptography. Through client engagements, thought leadership initiatives, and industry discussions, Rob helps organizations build resilient security programs prepared for both today's risks and tomorrow's emerging threats. Based in Massachusetts, Rob enjoys spending time with his family and exploring new projects with his 3D printer.

The Accelerating Adversary: Why Human-speed Security Can’t Keep Up

There was a time when cybersecurity teams could think of response as a sequence: detect an alert, investigate what happened, decide whether it mattered, and then contain the threat before…

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TechSperience Episode 149 – Black Hat 2026 Unpacked: The Trends Reshaping Cybersecurity

The cybersecurity landscape is evolving faster than ever, and Black Hat 2026 offered a front-row seat to the trends shaping the future of security. In this episode, host Kim Coombes…

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The Quantum Deadline Is Now Federal Policy

On June 22, 2026, the White House released Executive Order 14412, “Securing the Nation Against Advanced Cryptographic Attacks,” accelerating post-quantum cryptography adoption across federal systems, government contractors, critical infrastructure, and…

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Identity Access Management—Why It Matters

Many organizations are faced with the challenge of providing their employees with the right level of access to the right resources at the right time. Workforces have evolved to a…

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Shake Up Your Passphrase Protocol

What makes a strong password? Many of us are overly familiar with the standard password guidance of a minimum of 8 characters, a mix of upper and lower case letters,…

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