CMMC-PNW Speaker

Jerry Leishman

Chief Executive Officer, CMMC Advisors, Inc.

Jerry is a trusted advisor to in-house counsel, compliance officers, and senior leaders, helping them navigate complex regulatory, legal, and contractual risks and obligations. Currently, he leads CMMC Advisors, supporting a diverse range of Defense and Critical Infrastructure suppliers in enhancing their cybersecurity resilience.

Previously, Jerry served as EVP and National Security & Compliance Director at CORTAC Group and spent 15 years at Microsoft. He has extensive involvement in cybersecurity and compliance on a national scale, including as:

  • A plank member of the CMMC Accreditation Body Standards Workgroup (recognized with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award)
  • Vice-Chair of the CMMC Industry Standards Council (CISC)
  • A Provisional and Certified CMMC Assessor (PA, CCA)
  • A Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) and Registered Practitioner (RP)

Jerry is a frequent national speaker, guiding Defense Industrial Base (DIB) executives on cybersecurity and DFARS/CMMC requirements. He enables leaders to understand their critical role in safeguarding customer, partner, supplier, and government relationships. His close alignment with the CMMC ecosystem and leading technology providers ensures world-class solutions for the Defense Supply Chain.