Cybersecurity · AI Governance · Founder
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Cybersecurity professional and entrepreneur focused on AI-driven security, governance, risk and compliance, computer forensics, and emerging cyber defense innovation.
About Joelle
I'm Joelle McDaniel
I’m a cybersecurity professional, entrepreneur, and technology innovator focused on AI-driven security, governance, risk management, compliance, and emerging cyber defense technologies.
My background includes cybersecurity policy, computer forensics, digital investigations, and security strategy — with a strong interest in AI governance, Zero Trust modernization, and compliance-focused innovation.
As the founder of Encrypt Enterprise LLC, I’m developing cybersecurity and AI-focused solutions including TritonDefender and Ninja-Bot-Assassin, designed to support intelligent threat defense, governance, and security modernization.
Education
M.Eng. in Cybersecurity Policy & Compliance, George Washington University. B.S. in Computer Forensics & Digital Investigation, Champlain College.
Founder
Founder of Encrypt Enterprise LLC — building AI-driven cybersecurity, compliance and threat defense platforms.
Innovation
Conceptualizing AI-powered cyber defense tools including TritonDefender and Ninja-Bot-Assassin.
Focus
Cybersecurity strategy, GRC, AI governance, Zero Trust, computer forensics and digital investigation.
Professional Focus
Areas of Focus
Cybersecurity Strategy
Security strategy and innovation grounded in real-world threat defense, governance and modern security architecture.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
GRC awareness with a focus on compliance automation, risk management and AI governance frameworks.
AI Governance & Security
AI-driven security concepts, AI governance, and intelligent threat analysis for emerging cyber risks.
Forensics & Founder Leadership
Computer forensics and digital investigation paired with startup and technology leadership across cybersecurity ventures.
Ventures & Achievements
Portfolio & Achievements
A selection of engagements, leadership programs, and recognitions across enterprise and advisory initiatives.
Cybersecurity Innovation
Encrypt Enterprise LLC
Founder — focused on AI-driven cybersecurity, compliance automation, and next-generation threat defense platforms.
AI Cyber Defense
TritonDefender
Developing an AI-powered cybersecurity assistant platform focused on governance, risk management, compliance, and intelligent threat analysis.
Active Defense
Ninja-Bot-Assassin
Conceptualized an active cyber defense and AI countermeasure platform focused on automated threat remediation and intelligent security response.
Academic & Technical
M.Eng. in Cybersecurity Policy & Compliance — George Washington University
B.S. in Computer Forensics & Digital Investigation — Champlain College
Additional studies in cybersecurity, digital investigations and emerging technologies
Research & Thought Leadership
Focused on AI governance, cybersecurity modernization, compliance frameworks, Zero Trust strategy, digital transformation, and emerging cyber defense innovation.
Professional Development
Currently pursuing CISSP certification and continuing advanced development in cybersecurity leadership, governance and enterprise security strategy.
Insights & Thought Leadership
Notes from the Work
AI & Cybersecurity
Building AI-Driven Cyber Defense from the Ground Up
Notes from developing TritonDefender — why intelligent threat analysis and AI assistants are reshaping how small teams defend modern environments.
GRC & Compliance
Compliance Automation for the Next Generation of Startups
How founders can bake GRC into the product from day one — and use automation to turn compliance from a tax into a competitive advantage.
Founder Notes
Zero Trust, Forensics, and the Mindset of a Cyber Founder
Lessons from computer forensics and digital investigation — and how that mindset shapes Zero Trust thinking inside an early-stage cybersecurity company.
Get In Touch
Let's Connect
Interested in cybersecurity innovation, AI governance, GRC, or collaborating on emerging cyber defense work? I’d love to hear from you.