Marlowe Cochran

Marlowe Cochran has been working in the IT field for over three decades in a multitude of sectors from government to health care, with over two and a half of those decades in information security roles. Marlowe Cochran is an enterprise risk and security executive with extensive experience leading cybersecurity, resilience, and operational risk strategies within complex public-sector environments. As a Chief Information Security Officer in New York State government, he advises executive leadership on risk posture, investment decisions, and mission-critical priorities.

 Marlowe has a proven track record of aligning cybersecurity with broader organizational objectives, integrating risk management across technology, operations, and governance functions. He has led high-impact incident response efforts and developed enterprise frameworks that improve decision-making, accountability, and resilience.

 Known for his ability to translate technical risk into business outcomes, Marlowe partners closely with senior leaders to drive strategic initiatives, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and ensure continuity of services in highly regulated environments. His work positions him at the intersection of cybersecurity, enterprise risk management, and operational leadership.