Turning
Crisis
Into Clarity.
Former CISO of SolarWinds. Partner & CISO in Residence at Team8. One of six Dell Fellows. Distinguished Engineer.
Tim Brown navigated one of the most scrutinized security incidents in history — and emerged with hard-won insight that boards, security teams, and organizations need to hear.
What Tim Speaks About
Lessons from a Major Incident
A firsthand account of navigating the SolarWinds supply chain attack — the decisions made, the lessons learned, and what every organization must understand about incident response, transparency, and recovery.
CISO Accountability & the SEC
The SEC's charges against SolarWinds and its CISO set a precedent that changed the industry. Tim speaks candidly about legal exposure, board communication, and what CISOs must do to protect themselves and their organizations.
Innovation & Future Technology
From AI-driven threats to zero-trust architectures, Tim brings a practitioner's perspective on where security technology is heading — and how organizations can stay ahead of the curve.
Cybersecurity Leadership & Resilience
Building security cultures that survive adversity. Tim draws on his experience as CISO, CTO, CPO, and Distinguished Engineer to help leaders build teams and programs that are resilient by design.
"I didn't just survive the most scrutinized breach in history — I helped rebuild trust from the ground up."
A Career Built at the Edge of What's Possible
Tim Brown has spent over 25 years at the intersection of security, technology, and leadership. As CISO of SolarWinds, he guided the company through the aftermath of one of the most significant cyberattacks in history — and became one of the most credible voices in the industry on what organizations can learn from it.
In February 2026, Tim joined Team8 as a Partner and CISO in Residence — one of the world's leading cybersecurity venture groups — where he works with founders from ideation through product growth.
Beyond his CISO role, Tim is a Distinguished Engineer, one of only six Dell Fellows worldwide, a former CTO, and a former Chief Product Officer. He is an active advisor to multiple security companies across the funding lifecycle.
Who Tim Speaks To
Boards & Audit Committees
Translating technical risk into boardroom language that drives action.
Security Teams
Practical lessons from the front lines of a nation-state attack.
C-Suite Leaders
Aligning security strategy with business objectives and risk tolerance.
Entire Organizations
Building a security-aware culture from the ground up.
Industry Conferences
RSA, Black Hat, and major global security events.
From Idea to Market — Tim Has Been There
As a Partner and CISO in Residence at Team8, Tim works with security companies at every stage — from initial concept and ideation, through early funding rounds, to scaling product and go-to-market strategy.
Ideation
Shaping the problem space and validating the security need.
Initial Funding
Helping founders articulate technical credibility to investors.
Product Growth
Advising on product direction, security architecture, and GTM.
Work With Tim
Whether you're building the next generation of security technology or need a trusted advisor who has operated at the highest levels — Tim brings unmatched credibility and practical experience.
Ready to Bring Tim to Your Stage or Boardroom?
Whether you're planning a conference keynote, a board briefing, or looking for a seasoned security advisor — Tim is available for select engagements.