Return of experienced industry leader strengthens organization to continue helping clients navigate increasing healthcare threats

MorganFranklin Cyber, a leading cybersecurity advisory and managed services firm, today announced the return of cybersecurity expert Matt DeFrain as the Managing Director of the Healthcare, Pharma and Life Sciences sector.

“We are thrilled to welcome Matt DeFrain back to the MorganFranklin Cyber team and utilize his experience to help provide our clients with premier cybersecurity services,” said Keith Hollender, CEO of MorganFranklin Cyber. “Matt’s deep expertise in delivering high-quality cybersecurity solutions is key to creating successful programs for our clients.”

Matt brings over 20 years of experience assisting some of the world’s leading organizations to build cybersecurity, operational resilience and continuity, crisis management, IT resilience and recovery, third-party risk and enterprise management capabilities. In his previous role as MorganFranklin Cyber’s Managing Director and Cyber Operational & Resilience (CORe) practice leader, he played a pivotal role in building customized client programs that deliver effective resilience to a multitude of threats. While at MorganFranklin Cyber, DeFrain also led the firm’s technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) sector, providing a valuable asset during his four-year tenure.

“I’m excited to be back at MorganFranklin Cyber to provide clients with knowledge and key industry insights that improve their cyber strategies,” said Matt DeFrain. “As the healthcare, pharma and life sciences sectors face increasing threats, my goal is to continue growing the practice into a leading service provider that helps our clients navigate an ever-evolving threat landscape.”

Previously, DeFrain served as Managing Director, Cyber Risk & Resilience for BDO, an international network of public account, tax and advisory firms that provides services in over 165 countries. In addition, he has worked as a Managing Director of Operational Resilience and Crisis Management for Deloitte and as Director of Cybersecurity & Business Resilience for KPMG. DeFrain is an experienced security consultant, leading numerous client engagements for some of the world's largest companies and successfully managing large, distributed teams across the globe. He has also defined and stood up several consulting service offerings across different firms to drive expertise and value to client organizations.

DeFrain is a Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and a Certified Member of the Business Continuity Institute (MBCI). DeFrain also received a B.A. from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

To learn more about MorganFranklin Cyber’s healthcare, pharma and life sciences practice, visit www.mfcyber.com.

About MorganFranklin Cyber

MorganFranklin Cyber is a premier advisory, consulting, and managed services firm dedicated to securing digital transformation for organizations across industries. With a growing portfolio spanning cybersecurity, AI, and risk management, MorganFranklin Cyber helps clients solve complex challenges with confidence and clarity. The firm is backed by M|C Partners. To learn more, visit www.mfcyber.com.

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“We are thrilled to welcome Matt DeFrain back to the MorganFranklin Cyber team and utilize his experience to help provide our clients with premier cybersecurity services,” said Keith Hollender, CEO of MorganFranklin Cyber.