About Rob Engstrom

Rob Engstrom is a seasoned technology and cybersecurity executive with nearly 30 years of experience, including 13+ years leading security initiatives in the healthcare sector. As the founder of Ripcord Technology, Rob brings a unique blend of executive leadership, technical depth, and regulatory expertise to help organizations thrive in secure, cloud-first environments.

His leadership roles at companies like IBM Watson Health, WebMD, and Merative have shaped global cybersecurity strategies, driven HITRUST and NIST compliance efforts, and strengthened infrastructure across AWS and Azure ecosystems. Rob's career is defined by building scalable programs for data protection, privacy, GRC, and audit readiness.

What Rob Brings to Ripcord Clients

• Cybersecurity Strategy: Designed and led enterprise-wide security programs tailored to business needs.
• Regulatory Mastery: Deep experience with HIPAA, HITRUST, FedRAMP, ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, GDPR, and PCI.
• Cloud Security: Expert in securing AWS and Azure platforms with strong IAM, encryption, and architecture control.
• GRC & Risk Management: Built governance frameworks and risk teams aligned with compliance and audit goals.
• Training & Awareness: Created programs that boosted user participation by 90% and reduced human risk factors.

At Ripcord Technology, Rob’s mission is to empower businesses to embrace innovation securely. Whether you're preparing for HITRUST certification or building a secure foundation in the cloud, Ripcord is your trusted partner in digital resilience.