Brad Kirkpatrick
Managing Principal
About
Brad Kirkpatrick is a cybersecurity strategist and IAM expert with nearly 30 years of experience helping global organizations simplify security, strengthen compliance, and accelerate digital transformation.
As the founder of Metis Consulting Group and author of 7 Pillars of IAM Success, Brad Kirkpatrick has built a career turning complex security challenges into simple, actionable solutions. He developed the proprietary IAM Value Engine, a proven framework that unites people, processes, and technology to create secure, scalable, and business-driven identity programs. Having delivered measurable results for organizations like Mayo Clinic, Alight Solutions, and Simeio, he bridges the gap between IT and business, making security practical, effective, and transformative.