Damian
IT Governance & Cybersecurity Consultant
Damian is an IT governance and cybersecurity consultant specializing in helping nonprofit organizations use technology as a strategic enabler rather than an operational risk. His work focuses on aligning IT initiatives with organizational missions while safeguarding sensitive data, strengthening compliance, and improving transparency for leadership, boards, and donors.
Damian brings a structured yet pragmatic approach to IT governance, assessing current-state maturity, identifying gaps, and developing clear, actionable roadmaps tailored to resource-constrained environments. His expertise spans governance frameworks, cybersecurity risk management, service delivery, and performance measurement—allowing nonprofits to build secure, scalable, and sustainable IT operations without unnecessary complexity.
Known for translating technical concepts into accessible guidance, Damian supports executive leadership, boards, and operational teams in building IT literacy, accountability, and long-term capacity.
Core Expertise
IT Governance for Nonprofit Organizations
Assessing IT maturity and governance readiness
Aligning technology initiatives with mission delivery and strategic goals
Developing lightweight, board-friendly IT governance structures
Increasing IT visibility in leadership and board decision-making
Cybersecurity & Data Protection
Donor, beneficiary, and volunteer data protection strategies
Cybersecurity risk assessments and mitigation planning
Implementation of security controls such as MFA, encrypted storage, and access management
Development of privacy, acceptable use, and data handling policies
Governance Frameworks & Standards
COBIT for Nonprofits (simplified governance and control models)
NIST Cybersecurity Framework (risk-based security management)
ITIL Lite (efficient service and support management)
ISO/IEC 27001 readiness and future compliance planning
IT Strategy, Planning & Process Improvement
Strategic IT roadmaps aligned to mission outcomes and grant requirements
Technology inventory and lifecycle management
Process optimization for IT service delivery and support
Legacy system assessment and cloud transition planning
Training, Change Management & Capacity Building
IT and cybersecurity training programs for staff and volunteers
Building IT literacy among leadership and boards
Change management strategies to support adoption and compliance
Clear communication of IT policies and governance milestones
Performance Measurement & Accountability
Development of mission-aligned IT KPIs
Incident tracking and continuous improvement metrics
Reporting structures that promote transparency and donor trust
