
About
Our Mission
Empowering organizations to operate securely and confidently in a connected world. At Trusted Internet, we believe cybersecurity is more than just protection-it’s about enabling your business to thrive, innovate, and grow without fear.
Our Values
Integrity: We do what’s right, always, and act with transparency in every relationship.
Excellence: We deliver the highest standards of cybersecurity expertise and service in every engagement.
Innovation: We anticipate emerging threats and embrace new technologies to stay ahead.
Partnership: We work as an extension of your team, providing guidance and support at every step.
Customer Focus: Your security, resilience, and success are at the heart of everything we do.
Our Approach
Trusted Internet delivers real-world outcomes-operational resilience, risk reduction, and business continuity-by combining elite expertise with a relentless focus on your needs.
Our proactive security operations, risk management, and Virtual CISO™ services are designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses with the same level of protection as the world’s largest enterprises.
We don’t just monitor threats; we anticipate and neutralize them, so you can focus on what matters most: running and growing your business.
Why Trusted Internet?
Every engagement is lead by a senior, experienced Chief Information Security Officer.
$500,000 Breach Warranty: We stand behind our work and your security.
Proven Results: Our clients achieve measurable improvements in risk reduction, compliance, and operational resilience.
Embedded Partnership: We become an extension of your team, providing proactive, expert guidance every step of the way.
Industry Recognition: Trusted by leading organizations and recognized for our commitment to excellence and innovation.
Let’s build a safer, more resilient future together.
With Trusted Internet, your business is protected, empowered, and ready for what’s next.
Meet Your Security Team
Our team is made up of former NSA, FBI, and Fortune 500 security leaders, each bringing decades of hands-on experience and a passion for protecting organizations like yours. We are committed to continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation-ensuring that you always have access to the latest strategies, insights, and technologies.
At Trusted Internet, you don’t just get a service provider-you gain a dedicated security partner who is invested in your long-term success.
Cybersecurity | CEO | CISO
Jeff Stutzman, Owner CEO
Jeffery Stutzman is a cybersecurity entrepreneur and executive with over three decades of experience across government, defense, and private sectors. He is the founder and CEO of Trusted Internet LLC, and previously founded Wapack Labs. Stutzman has held senior roles at the DoD Cyber Crime Center, Carnegie Mellon, Northrop Grumman, Cisco, and served as a US Navy Intelligence Officer. He is a Senior Executive Fellow from Harvard Kennedy School, holds an MBA from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and a BS from Excelsior College.
Melina Scotto is an accomplished cybersecurity executive and advisor with over 25 years of experience protecting global enterprises and federal agencies. Past Positions: Vice President and CISO at Hilton, Healthcare CISO at GDIT, NIH, and John Snow Inc. She is recognized for her collaborative leadership, innovation, and advocacy for women in cybersecurity.
Cybersecurity | CISO | Risk | Manufacturing | SaaS | Cloud
Lou Saviano, Virtual CISO
2015 ISE Northeast Executive People's Choice Award
Lou Saviano is a distinguished Business and Technology Executive with a wealth of experience spanning multiple industry sectors, including Investment, Manufacturing, Defense, and Software Development. With a career marked by excellence in Risk and Security Management, IT Management, and Engineering, Lou has established himself as a versatile and invaluable leader in the technology landscape.
Cybersecurity | CISO | Healthcare
Melina Scotto, Certified Board Technology Expert (DDN QTE), CISSP, CCSP. AI Certified (OCI-GenAI)
Winner, Top Global CISO Award, 2023, CEO/Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine.
Cybersecurity | Compliance | Governance | Risk | Architecture
Nate Paddock, CISSP, CISA, PMO
Nathan Paddock, CISSP, PMP, ITIL, is an experienced leader in cybersecurity, IT, and Department of Defense (DoD) sectors. He serves as Director at Trusted Internet LLC, focusing on cybersecurity solutions for DoD contractor companies and ensuring CMMC Level 2 compliance. Paddock is recognized for creative problem-solving and protecting small and medium businesses, as well as high-net-worth individuals, from cyber threats. His background includes military service and advanced certifications in cybersecurity and project management
Cybersecurity, Governance, Risk and Compliance
Mike Brooks, CCP, CCA
Mike is a retired U.S. Air Force Communications Officer with extensive experience in IT Operations, Cyber Security. Past positions include BISO, CVS Pharmacy, CISO | SVP, RevOpsCISO | SVP, RevOps, Abacode Cybersecurity & Compliance, CIO, US Special Operations Command, CISO, US Air Force, and Presidential Response Officer White House Communications Agency.