About SPM Advisors

20+ years of real-world security experience, built for small business

Kenneth Vignali

Founder & Chief Security Officer

With over 20 years of government and military cybersecurity experience, Kenneth Vignali founded SPMA to bring enterprise-grade security consulting to organizations of all sizes. He holds a Juris Master in National Security, Cybersecurity & Privacy Law - a credential that directly shapes how SPMA designs, implements, and advises on security programs.

Kenneth's field experience spans cyber operations, digital forensics, and incident response. His legal and academic training covers cybersecurity law, privacy frameworks, insider threat, and emerging technology risk. Together, these allow SPMA to deliver programs that are technically sound, legally informed, and built to hold up under regulatory scrutiny, audits, and real-world pressure.

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Military & Government

  • 20+ Years Government Experience
  • Military Cybersecurity Operations
  • Security Clearance Background
  • Critical Infrastructure Protection
  • Federal Compliance Expertise
  • Defense Contractor Security

SANS/GIAC Certifications

  • GCIH - GIAC Certified Incident Handler
  • GSTRT - GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy, and Leadership
  • GCTI - GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence
  • CERT Insider Threat Program Manager

Education

  • Masters in Cyber Security
  • Juris Masters in National Security, Cyber Security and Information Privacy
  • Bachelors in Business and Information Management

Compliance Expertise

  • HIPAA Healthcare Security
  • SOC 2 Type II Audits
  • PCI DSS Payment Card Security
  • GDPR Privacy Compliance
  • NIST 800-171 (DFARS)
  • FedRAMP Government Cloud

Official Certifications

GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

GCIH - Incident Handler

GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy, and Leadership (GSTRT)

GSTRT - Strategic Leadership

GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)

GCTI - Cyber Threat Intelligence

CERT Insider Threat Program Manager Certification Seal

ITPM - Insider Threat Program Manager

Trace Labs Judge - Global OSINT Search Party CTF

Trace Labs CTF Judge

Verified Veteran™ - Hire Heroes USA

Verified Veteran™

Giving Back

Using our expertise to protect those who need it most

Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors

At SPMA, we believe cybersecurity expertise should serve those who need protection most. Our team dedicates time and resources to helping domestic violence survivors regain control of their digital lives and personal safety.

Device Security

We help survivors secure their phones, laptops, and tablets from stalkerware, spyware, and unauthorized access. This includes removing tracking software, changing compromised accounts, and setting up secure communications.

Digital Footprint Reviews

We conduct thorough assessments of survivors' online presence to identify exposed personal information, location data, and privacy vulnerabilities that could put them at risk.

Digital Footprint Cleanup

We help remove personal information from data broker sites, social media, and public records. This reduces the ability of abusers to track or locate survivors through online searches.

Digital Safety Education

We provide education on secure communication practices, privacy settings, account security, and recognizing technology-facilitated abuse. Knowledge is the foundation of digital safety.

Real-World Impact

Our team has worked directly with domestic violence survivors and advocacy organizations to provide hands-on digital safety support. We've helped real people secure their devices, clean up their digital presence, and establish safe communication channels when their physical safety depended on it.

Kenneth's background in military protective operations and insider threat detection translates directly to understanding how technology can be weaponized in abusive situations. His digital forensics and safety work has been referenced in court cases across the country - and internationally in cases in Europe, Canada, and Australia. This work has contributed to successful prosecution of abusers and stalkers, and through expert testimony, to successful defense outcomes for survivors who were wrongfully accused.

Kenneth has been featured on podcasts including Slam The Gavel and shares insights on our blog, Family Sentinel, covering digital safety strategies, case studies, and resources for survivors and advocates.

Partner With Us

If you're a domestic violence advocacy organization, shelter, or survivor services provider interested in digital safety resources for your clients, we'd like to hear from you.

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Speaking Engagements

Kenneth is available for speaking engagements with local groups, organizations, and community events interested in learning more about digital safety, technology-facilitated abuse, and how to protect survivors. Topics include device security, stalkerware detection, digital footprint management, and working with law enforcement on technology-related abuse cases.

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