Michael Brooke – Strategic Advisor, Cyber Security & AI Security

Michael is a Microsoft Security Certified Expert with over 18 years of experience providing strategic cybersecurity advisory and consulting services. As a Strategic Advisor for Cyber Forte, he provides expert guidance across complex security environments, enabling organizations to design and implement robust, compliant, and future-ready security frameworks.

He brings deep expertise across Australian businesses of all sizes, with a strong focus on small to mid-sized organizations where internal cybersecurity resources are often limited. Michael is known for delivering practical, business-aligned security strategies that enable organizations to strengthen their posture without unnecessary complexity.

Throughout his career, Michael has worked with leading technologies including Symantec, CyberArk, and Quest Software, specializing in data security, endpoint security, identity and access management, SaaS (cloud) security, as well as network and infrastructure security. He has extensive experience across key frameworks including the Australian Signals Directorate Essential Eight, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001.

More recently, Michael has been at the forefront of AI security advisory, supporting organizations as they adopt AI-driven solutions and agent-based services. He ensures that data used within these environments is secure, compliant, and fit for purpose—enabling businesses to innovate with confidence.