Netrio, a global managed service provider focused on helping mid-market enterprises modernize and secure their IT environments, has announced the appointment of Kevin Charest as Vice President of Cyber Governance Services. In this expanded leadership role, Charest will oversee Netrio’s cybersecurity strategy, innovation, and service delivery across its global portfolio. The appointment reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its cybersecurity capabilities while helping organizations defend their most critical digital assets.
As cyber threats continue to evolve rapidly, enterprises increasingly require strategic security leadership combined with advanced technology and operational expertise. Therefore, Netrio is expanding its governance and risk management capabilities to better support clients navigating complex regulatory and threat environments. With Charest’s appointment, the company aims to further enhance its cybersecurity offerings and deliver stronger protection, resilience, and compliance support to customers worldwide.
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Kevin Charest brings more than 30 years of cybersecurity experience across both public and private sectors. Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership positions in major organizations, where he directed enterprise-level cybersecurity initiatives and built advanced risk management programs. Notably, he previously served as Chief Information Security Officer and Head of IT Infrastructure at a Fortune-level enterprise. In addition, he served as Chief Information Security Officer for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, where he led large-scale security operations across complex federal environments.
Over the years, Charest has managed enterprise risk and compliance programs, developed strategic threat detection frameworks, and implemented large-scale cybersecurity transformation initiatives. His academic credentials further strengthen his expertise. He holds a Ph.D. in Cybersecurity, an MBA, and a bachelor’s degree in computer science. Additionally, Charest served in both the United States Marine Corps and the U.S. Army, bringing valuable leadership and operational discipline to his cybersecurity work.
“Kevin’s depth of experience and leadership in cybersecurity are unmatched, and his appointment underscores our commitment to delivering world-class security services for our customers,” said Gina Murphy, President and Chief Transformation Officer of Netrio. “As threats continue to evolve and security demands grow, Kevin’s strategic vision and operational expertise will be instrumental in elevating our cybersecurity capabilities and helping our customers stay secure, compliant, and resilient.”
In his new role, Charest will focus on expanding Netrio’s cybersecurity services portfolio and strengthening its governance frameworks. Specifically, he will oversee the integration of advanced security models and best-practice frameworks across the company’s service offerings. Furthermore, he will help build strategic alliances with leading cybersecurity technology partners, ensuring customers benefit from the latest innovations in threat detection and risk mitigation.
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Charest will also collaborate closely with Netrio’s product and engineering teams to enhance the company’s AI-driven cybersecurity solutions. By integrating intelligent automation, proactive risk management, and advanced threat intelligence into Netrio’s service model, the company aims to deliver more predictive and responsive security services. This approach combines human expertise with AI-powered insights to provide comprehensive protection for organizations facing increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
“I’m excited to join Netrio at this pivotal moment in cybersecurity innovation,” said Charest. “Organizations of all sizes face an increasingly complex threat landscape, and integrating strategic security practices with intelligent automation is critical. I look forward to leading the Netrio cybersecurity team to deliver comprehensive, customer-centric solutions that empower businesses to defend and thrive.”
Overall, the appointment highlights Netrio’s strategic focus on strengthening governance, risk management, and advanced cybersecurity services. As the threat landscape continues to evolve, organizations require trusted partners who can deliver both strategic guidance and operational security expertise. Through Charest’s leadership, Netrio aims to further position itself as a key cybersecurity partner for enterprises seeking resilient and future-ready IT environments.
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