Malcolm Palmore

MK Palmore currently serves as Director, Office of the CISO, for Google Cloud. His responsibilities include support of strategic customers engaged in a digital transformation journey. Prior to joining Google Cloud, MK served as the Field Chief Security Officer (Americas) for Palo Alto Networks. MK spent an extensive career in the public sector prior to entering the private sector. In a 22-year career in the FBI, MK provided leadership and conducted investigations in a number of areas including Cybersecurity, Crisis Response/Management and Counter-Terrorism. MK’s cybersecurity certifications include the CISM, CISSP, and the CMU CISO Certification. He earned a BS from the United States Naval Academy and an MBA from Pepperdine University, Graziadio Business School.