Franco Velasquez: Latino Cybersecurity Leader Bringing Enterprise Security to Small Business Defense
Franco Velasquez, an associate CCISO for defense supply chains and Latino cybersecurity investor in Philadelphia, is redefining trust and compliance through his innovative cyber snapshot risk report for SMBs and vCISO services for federal contractors. Learn how he’s transforming small business security and angel investing with Angeles Investors.
From Service to Cyber Strategy: Franco Velasquez’s Military-Grade Mindset
Franco Velasquez’s cybersecurity journey is deeply rooted in service, discipline, and purpose. A U.S. Navy veteran and now an incident response leader at SAP, Velasquez has built a reputation as a Latino cyber leader in public sector tech who understands both the stakes and the solutions in today’s threat landscape.
As CEO of HostBreach cybersecurity for startups, Velasquez delivers virtual CISO for small business defense, guiding companies through the complexities of compliance and risk management. Through his military background and deep industry expertise, he helps small and midsize businesses elevate their defenses to match those of Fortune 500 firms.
Today, Velasquez is on a mission to democratize enterprise cybersecurity access — making high-level protections attainable for organizations that need it most.
Technical Authority at the Front Lines of Public Sector Security
In his leadership role at SAP’s Cyber Fusion Center, Velasquez serves as Lead Splunk SIEM engineer in Pennsylvania, where he orchestrates enterprise-wide cyber threat responses. His work includes executing red team simulation reports for contractors and leading defense-grade monitoring operations that span both federal and commercial landscapes.
This deep experience fuels his work as a CMMC Level 2 compliance consultant, where he specializes in helping SMBs prepare for CMMC audits. From configuring log ingestion to assessing external vulnerabilities, Velasquez brings both operational expertise and strategic clarity to the table.
He’s also pioneering the use of OSINT cyber risk for small enterprises, offering visibility into dark web leaks, data exposure, and simulated adversary tactics — all packed into his signature cyber snapshot risk report for SMBs.
HostBreach & vCISO Services: Cyber Maturity Without the Overhead
As founder of HostBreach, Velasquez leads a team providing vCISO services for federal contractors who lack internal security leadership but face federal-level scrutiny. These services go beyond checklists — they deliver governance, resilience, and business alignment.
His approach fuses technical architecture with business context, giving clients a real-time understanding of their cybersecurity trust scoring for GovCon. This isn’t just about compliance — it’s about operational excellence and digital survival.
The vCISO model offers strategic advisory, risk assessments, and tailored security roadmaps, helping small organizations reach cybersecurity maturity without the budget burden of full-time executives.
Angel Investing & Elevating Latino Leadership in Tech
Velasquez’s impact extends far beyond firewalls and frameworks. As an accredited investor with Angeles Investors, he backs early-stage ventures driven by mission and innovation. His focus? Supporting Latino founders and promoting Latino leadership in AI ethics and compliance.
Through Angeles Investors and other platforms, Velasquez mentors startups navigating digital transformation, AI integration, and fintech compliance. His contributions emphasize both investment return and social responsibility.
He’s a frequent advocate for responsible AI governance strategies for startups, particularly as machine learning becomes embedded in everything from financial platforms to autonomous vehicles.
AI Ethics, Tech Law & Compliance Innovation
As AI tools become increasingly influential in business decision-making, Velasquez is pushing for tighter governance. He contributes thought leadership around the legal implications of AI hallucinations in business, raising awareness about unintended consequences of autonomous technologies.
His passion for compliance innovation extends to regulated sectors. Whether supporting GDPR compliance for automotive AI systems or advising on machine learning compliance frameworks for fintech, Velasquez brings policy and technical know-how together.
He is also affiliated with tech law Detroit communities, aligning innovation with regulatory foresight in one of America’s fastest-evolving AI corridors.
Building Secure, Inclusive Digital Futures
Franco Velasquez exemplifies what it means to serve — not only with a badge or title, but through action, mentorship, and foresight. From the Navy to SAP, from HostBreach cybersecurity for startups to boardrooms of angel-backed ventures, he remains committed to democratizing enterprise cybersecurity access.
With a profile anchored in public sector strategy, Latino leadership, and scalable innovation, Velasquez is helping shape a safer, more inclusive digital economy — one audit, one startup, one solution at a time.
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