Paul Kinder is a distinguished member of CDW’s Global Security Strategy Office (GSSO), where he provides advanced security consulting and enhances the solutions portfolio for CDW’s cybersecurity, data privacy, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) services. As a recognized speaker on topics ranging from AI to cybersecurity maturity, Paul has delivered impactful presentations within CDW, to customers, and to government organizations. He collaborates closely with customers and internal stakeholders to develop and deliver effective solutions and exceptional value.
With experience in building and supporting data privacy and cybersecurity teams and developing and expanding cybersecurity and risk management programs for diverse clients, Paul has successfully led and executed multi-year cybersecurity projects across various industries.

Paul's expertise spans across cybersecurity program development, cloud computing, artificial intelligence governance, risk assessment and gap analysis, risk management, PMO management, process development and improvement, and the security development lifecycle (SDLC). He has developed and implemented comprehensive cybersecurity programs in the medical, legal services, and financial services industries, spearheaded complex risk assessments and cybersecurity programs, and supported a cybersecurity services delivery framework for a premier consulting organization.
He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Kansas State University, an M.B.A. from Texas Christian University, and is currently earning an M.A. in International Security Studies from the University of Arizona. With over thirty years of industry experience, Paul possesses twenty active credentials in cybersecurity, data privacy, service management, and project management.