Shawn Whiteside is a seasoned executive, cybersecurity strategist, and risk management expert with over 25 years of leadership experience across government, private sector, and nonprofit organizations. A retired U.S. Coast Guard officer, he has held high-impact roles in national security, cybersecurity, consulting, and executive leadership, guiding organizations through complex challenges in an evolving threat landscape.

Shawn currently serves as the SVP of Commercial Practice at OneZero Solutions, where he oversees Sales, Business Development, and Marketing for the company’s commercial sector. His role focuses on building strategic partnerships, developing go-to-market strategies, and positioning OneZero’s cybersecurity and IT services for long-term success.

As the Executive Director of MTS-ISAC, Shawn led global maritime threat intelligence and cybersecurity collaboration efforts, working with industry leaders to enhance resilience across critical infrastructure. His expertise spans enterprise risk management, organizational transformation, and cybersecurity strategy, with a proven track record in helping companies navigate regulatory, operational, and security challenges across multiple industries.