James Knapp

Cybersecurity GRC Professional

About Me

I'm a cybersecurity professional transitioning into Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) with 15+ years of leadership experience in the martial arts industry. My background in program management, policy development, and stakeholder communication has given me a unique perspective on risk management and compliance.

I'm passionate about helping organizations build robust security frameworks, manage compliance requirements, and create a culture of security awareness. My approach combines technical knowledge with strong communication skills to bridge the gap between security teams and business stakeholders.

Certifications

🎯 In Progress: I'm currently working toward industry-recognized certifications. This section will be updated as I complete them.

Google Cybersecurity Certificate

Expected: Q1 2025

CompTIA Security+

Expected: Q2 2025

GRCP (GRC Professional)

Expected: Q2 2025

Portfolio Projects

🚧 Coming Soon: I'm currently building hands-on GRC projects to demonstrate my skills. Check back soon to see my work!

Security Policy Framework

Comprehensive security policy package including Acceptable Use Policy, Data Classification Policy, and Incident Response Policy tailored for small-to-medium businesses.

Policy Development NIST Framework Documentation

Risk Assessment Report

NIST-based risk assessment for a fictional e-commerce business, including risk register, threat analysis, and mitigation recommendations.

Risk Management NIST CSF Risk Analysis

SOC 2 Gap Analysis

Compliance gap analysis examining current controls against SOC 2 Trust Service Criteria with detailed remediation roadmap.

Compliance SOC 2 Gap Analysis

Contact

Email: james@jamesmknapp.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yourprofile

GitHub: github.com/yourusername

Location: Florida, US (Open to Remote)