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
    Responding to a massive cyber-attack at a multi-national insurance broker
    Issue: A multi-national insurance broker faced a severe ransomware attack, triggering a partial network shutdown and massive data exfiltration. The threat...
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  • 02
    Successful resolution of cybersecurity incident for publicly traded human capital management client
    Issue:  CRA’s Forensic Services Practice client faced a formidable set of business, legal, and operational challenges when it was contacted by the...
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  • 03
    Monitorship objectives achieved one year ahead of schedule
    Due to the quality of our monitorship work and the significant progress made by our client, one of the largest non-profit health systems in the country, the US...
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Credentials