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Michael Farnum

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CEO at CYBR.SEC.Community
📍 Tomball, Texas, United States

Michael Farnum is an Advisory CISO at Trace3 with deep expertise in cybersecurity since 1994. He earned a BBA from LeTourneau University and is the founder of HOU.SEC.CON, a major Houston-based security conference. Colleagues frequently describe him as a knowledgeable, dedicated, and effective leader.

As a U.S. Army veteran, Michael is passionate about helping military personnel transition into cyber careers and co-founded a foundation to provide training and support. He is deeply committed to building and empowering the cybersecurity community through accessible events, education, and mentorship.

He founded the Houston Cybersecurity Conference (HOU.SEC.CON) in 2010, growing it from a small local event into a nationally recognized community platform.

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Experience
35 Years
Current Role
CEO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Tomball, Texas, United States
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Cybersecurity Community
Founded HOU.SEC.CON in 2010 to fill a community gap in Houston and has since expanded it into the national CYBR.SEC.Community to foster learning and connection.
Supporting Veterans
As a US Army veteran, he co-founded a foundation and offers scholarships to help military members and veterans transition into cybersecurity careers.
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Career

Work history

7-2025
CEO
CYBR.SEC.Community
7-2025
Advisory CISO/Founder
A1Variant Cybersecurity Advisory
7-2025
CEO and Contributing Blogger
CYBR.SEC.Media
5-2023 - 1-2026
Advisory CISO
Trace3
7-2020 - 4-2023
Board Member
ThreatGEN
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Education
1999 - 2001
BBA
LeTourneau University
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