Title: Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer
Company: Dark Cryptonite
Location: Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Tyler Cohen Wood, co-founder and chief executive officer of Dark Cryptonite, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives for dedication, achievements, and leadership in cybersecurity.
With nearly two and a half decades of experience to her credit, Ms. Cohen Wood has established a successful career in cybersecurity and security information, specializing in digital forensics. She currently serves as co-founder and chief executive officer of Dark Cryptonite, a role she has held since 2022, and as founder and chief executive officer of MyConnectedHealth Inc. since 2020. Additionally, she has been a private consultant in cybersecurity since 2019. Her responsibilities span providing unique insights into cyber threats, cyber warfare, mitigating cyber risks, national security, and equipping industries with the tools and knowledge to defend themselves in the digital world.
Ms. Cohen Wood’s work experience includes executive director of cyber risk and workforce development at CyberVista from 2018 to 2019, director of cyber risk management and cybersecurity solutions at AT&T from 2017 to 2018, and cybersecurity expert at Inspired eLearning LLC from 2015 to 2017. She also served as cyber branch chief, deputy division chief, and science and technology directorate cyber lead at the Defense Intelligence Agency from 2010 to 2015, lead senior computer forensic examiner at the Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center, General Dynamics from 2008 to 2010, and held similar roles at IBM and NASA between 2006 and 2008. Earlier in her career, she contributed as a digital forensic instructor and course developer at Computer Sciences Corporation from 2004 to 2006, senior IT auditor at UKW from 2003 to 2004, and senior security engineer at Verio and Worldport Dublin from 2001 to 2003. She began her career as an IT security administrator at Network Associates from 2000 to 2001 and as a system administrator at Digex from 1998 to 2000.
Laying a strong educational foundation, Ms. Cohen Wood earned a Bachelor of Arts in sociology and history from Simmons University and holds the CISSP certification from ISC2. She has also dedicated time to media and literature. Since 2024, she has served as an on-air host for ITSPmagazine podcasts and has hosted a talk show on VoiceAmerica since 2021. She is also the author of “Alternate Data Storage Forensics” and “Catching the Catfishers: Disarm the Online Pretenders, Predators, and Perpetrators Who Are Out to Ruin Your Life.” Additionally, she is a sought-after keynote speaker and has participated in several conferences. She has also served with the Junior League since 2013 and contributed to the Cyber Advisory Committee. In light of her impressive undertakings, she was honored with the Excellence Award for Task Force Science and Technology Lead at the Defense Intelligence Agency in 2015 and multiple performance awards for excellence in 2011.
Ms. Cohen Wood attributes her success to her strong drive, motivation, and commitment to making the world a better place. Her work is fueled by the knowledge that she is helping people, whether by preventing identity theft or addressing serious criminal cases. In the coming years, she aims to bring dark crypt technology to the mainstream, ensuring broader protection for individuals and organizations. She also has plans to launch several innovative companies and to author another book, addressing systemic issues in health care. Her vision includes leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to transform health care delivery. Her concept involves integrating AI systems to select the best doctors for patients, coordinating across specialties and geographical boundaries to achieve accurate diagnoses. This collaborative approach would not only improve patient outcomes but also advance the skills of health care professionals by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and continuous learning.
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