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About Shane J. Henszey, CISSP

Co-Founder, COO & CISO

 
Founder, Chief Operating Officer & CISO, Cortrucent Security

As Co-founder, Chief Operating Officer, and CISO of Cortrucent Security, Shane J. Henszey leads the firm’s operational strategy and oversees the delivery of cybersecurity and IT consulting services. With more than 25 years of experience in technology and security leadership, Shane helps organizations strengthen their security posture, scale securely, and align technology strategies with business goals. He works directly with executive teams, boards, and private equity partners to ensure that security not only reduces risk but also enables growth.

At Cortrucent, Shane’s mission is clear: deliver exceptional service to clients, empower measurable outcomes, and build a team of A-Players capable of driving business growth, enhancing security posture, and reducing enterprise risk. Whether guiding clients through compliance, modernizing infrastructure, or preparing for mergers and acquisitions, his goal is always the same , to deliver measurable results while building trust and long-term relationships.

Professional Services Leadership with Real-World Experience

Shane’s consulting approach is grounded in real-world operational leadership. Before founding Cortrucent, he served in multiple executive roles, from leading as CISO and CEO to driving technical execution as IT Director and Network Engineer, across organizations of varying size and complexity.

Some of Shane’s Key Leadership Roles & Achievements

  • Head of Cybersecurity, Spencer Gifts & Spirit Halloween — Led enterprise security across 2,000+ retail locations, managing seasonal scalability, threat resilience, and compliance.

  • Director of Cybersecurity & IT, Five Below — Supported the company’s hyper-growth and IPO by scaling secure infrastructure in a rapidly expanding retail environment.

  • Director of IT & Security, US Vision — Oversaw technology and security operations across 800+ stores, integrating compliance, support, and retail systems nationwide.

  • CEO, Rooster Candle Company — Led a specialty retail, manufacturing, and lifestyle brand focused on natural handcrafted, high-quality candles, overseeing product development, operations, and brand growth.

These experiences shaped Shane’s philosophy: business growth and security must evolve together, and the right people and disciplined execution make transformation successful.

Cross-Industry Expertise

Shane’s background spans multiple industries, including:

  • Healthcare

  • Retail & eCommerce

  • Manufacturing

  • Logistics & Supply Chain

  • Public Sector & Government

  • Professional Services

  • Engineering & Construction

  • Startups & Private Equity

His industry-agnostic perspective allows him to deliver solutions that are both technically sound and business-relevant, from enterprise cyber programs and IT strategy to M&A readiness, compliance, and infrastructure modernization.

A-Player Culture & Execution-Driven Leadership

A firm believer that “A-Players are the key to success,” Shane leads Cortrucent with a commitment to excellence, integrity, and execution. He prioritizes building high-performing, client-focused teams where consultants bring both technical acumen and strategic value to every engagement.

Education & Credentials
  • Degree in Information Systems
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Personal Life

Outside of work, Shane enjoys cooking and spending quality time with his wife, daughter, and their loyal dog, Lucky. The beach is one of his favorite places to relax and recharge, and he’s also a fan of history, with a particular admiration for Abraham Lincoln. Shane has a curious side too, enjoying cryptid lore like Bigfoot and the Jersey Devil. A lifelong learner at heart, he embraces travel, reading, and exploring new perspectives as ways to continue growing both personally and professionally.