Carlo Lakay

Principal
Carlo Lakay | Forensic Services | Charles River Associates

Carlo Lakay is a principal in the Forensic Services Practice of CRA.

Carlo is a seasoned expert in Information Security, Digital Forensics, and Incident Response, with a remarkable track record in the cybersecurity domain. His extensive expertise has been instrumental in leading several cyber and privacy-related projects, including the establishment of an innovative Vulnerability Management as a Service (VMaaS) and the design of comprehensive cyber maturity assessment solutions.

His range of proficiencies covers cyber security advisory, digital forensics incident response, penetration testing, the development of CSIRT third-party training, meticulous cybersecurity assessments, and proficient cloud security evaluations. Carlo’s accomplishments have had a significant impact on a wide array of industries, safeguarding numerous organizations from evolving cyber threats.

With international experience under his belt, Carlo has managed cybersecurity advisory, incident response, and forensic investigations for prestigious institutions across various industries in the United States, Canada, and South Africa. His commitment to excellence is evident in his noteworthy certifications and credentials.

As a certified ISO 27001/2 lead auditor, Carlo demonstrates exceptional skill in the assessment and implementation of information security management systems (ISMS). Additionally, he holds certifications showcasing his aptitude in digital forensics and incident response.

Selected engagements

  • 01
    Transformed endpoint visibility and cyber threat management program for multinational financial services company
    Following a severe ransomware attack that resulted in an extended business shutdown, a private equity-backed multinational financial services company urgently
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  • 02
    Assisting a large public research Canadian university with imminent threat from ransomware group
    Issue: A large public research Canadian university with over 10,000 students faced an imminent threat from the ransomware group Cl0p, as alerted by the...
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  • 03
    Responding to a massive cyber-attack at a multi-national insurance broker
    A multi-national insurance broker faced a severe ransomware attack, triggering a partial network shutdown and massive data exfiltration.
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Credentials