Lisa Monk
With over two decades of cybersecurity experience spanning federal agencies and private sector organizations, Lisa Monk founded N-FOSEC Consulting in 2014 to bring executive-level security leadership directly to small and mid-size businesses.
Every N-FOSEC engagement is personally overseen by Lisa Monk from start to finish — ensuring senior-level guidance, consistent quality, and accountability on every project.
20+ years building and protecting security programs
Before founding N-FOSEC, Lisa held senior roles that shaped her approach to practical, outcome-focused cybersecurity leadership.
Information Assurance Manager (IAM)
Led information assurance programs ensuring the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of critical systems and data.
Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)
Designed and implemented security architectures for complex, mission-critical information systems.
IA Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Provided expert guidance on information assurance strategy, policy development, and risk management to senior leadership.
Agencies and organizations served
Lisa's federal background gives N-FOSEC clients direct access to experience most consulting firms can't match.
Dept. of Defense
DoD
Dept. of Homeland Security
DHS
NOAA
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Virginia Railway Express
VRE
How Lisa works with clients
The principles that shape every N-FOSEC engagement.
Honest guidance, even when it's uncomfortable
N-FOSEC provides risk-based guidance that reflects reality — not what clients want to hear. If there's a gap, you'll know about it. If there's a simpler path, we'll take it.
Practical over theoretical
Compliance that exists only on paper doesn't protect anyone. Every recommendation is built to work in practice — for your team, your budget, and your operations.
Security as a business enabler
Good security doesn't create obstacles — it removes them. A strong security posture helps organizations win contracts, satisfy clients, and operate with confidence.
Direct access, always
Lisa personally oversees every engagement and client relationship. You have direct access to senior expertise throughout your project.
N-FOSEC credentials
Founded in Southern Maryland in 2014. Certified minority and women-owned business.
Work directly with the expert.
Schedule a complimentary 30-minute consultation with Lisa to discuss your cybersecurity priorities and how N-FOSEC can help.