Dr. Vito Nozza

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Partner Security Engineer at Cisco

Mesa, Arizona, United States

Overview

Vito Nozza is a business-savvy cybersecurity executive with over 25 years of experience. Holding a Doctor of Science in Cybersecurity, he serves as a Principal at Softchoice, advising clients on security strategy, while also shaping future talent as an Adjunct Professor at Moravian University.

He is deeply committed to cybersecurity education and mentorship. Vito actively develops and teaches graduate-level courses on Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), connects his students with industry leaders, and volunteers to speak with high school students about cyber hygiene and privacy.

Unique fact: Vito serves as an Academic Integrity Board Member at Marymount University, his alma mater.

Personality Overview

Logical And Quick

Meticulous

Observative

They can be nudged to make faster decisions by offering what they value.  They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles. They don’t always try to control the conversation but neither do they like yielding it fully.

Topics They Care About

Cybersecurity Education
As an Adjunct Professor and Lead Instructor, he is passionate about developing and delivering curriculum to strengthen the next generation of the cybersecurity workforce.
Business-focused Risk
He advises clients on creating strategic security programs that align with business goals and emphasizes viewing risk from a perspective of people, process, and technology.
AI in Security
He holds certifications in AI fundamentals from ISACA and Microsoft and actively discusses the intersection of AI, security, and risk with students.

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Work History

3-2026
Partner Security Engineer at Cisco
6-2025
Adjunct Professor of Cybersecurity at Moravian University
8-2024 - 3-2026
Principal, Security (Design Studio) at Softchoice
11-2023 - 8-2024
Director (Chief Architect) - Information Security Advisory Services at C1
1-2023
Lead Cybersecurity Instructor at ThriveDX

Education

2021 - 2023
Doctor of Science from Marymount University
2018 - 2020
Master of Science - Distinction from Capella University

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Insights For Selling To Dr. Vito

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get to the point quickly instead of spending too much time on pleasantries
  • Tell them that you are there to help them create visible impact within their organization
  • Be crisp while making the pitch

DONT's

  • Don’t expect them to change their mind quickly if they say no once
  • Avoid repeating yourself or making generalizations
  • Don't try too hard to get friendly, let it happen with time

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Dr. Vito is

  • Conviction in the product matters to them, followed by proof points and strong testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Dr. Vito

  • They may not be very forthcoming, but they will say no if needed.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Dr. Vito move?

  • They are neither the fastest decision makers nor the slowest.
  • Can Dr. Vito take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks but after weighing up the pros and cons.

You And Dr. Vito

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