Rocco Grillo

Managing Director
Expert in cybersecurity advisory and incident response
Advises on complex cybersecurity initiatives
Board of Directors Cyber Advisor
New York
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Rocco Grillo is a Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal Disputes and Investigations in New York. As Head of the firm’s Global Cyber Risk and Incident Response Services practice, he leads multidisciplinary teams that provide cyber risk and incident response services to clients.

With more than 25 years of experience, Mr. Grillo provides clients with cybersecurity advisory services, incident response investigations and other technical advice, including providing guidance to C-suite and board members. He has been a trusted partner of multiple government agencies, including the FBI and the U.S. Secret Service, where his expertise was instrumental in investigating and resolving a variety of cyber-based crimes. 

Mr. Grillo’s experience and understanding of commercial sector challenges and national security objectives have influenced national policy in cybersecurity, including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. He has advised clients on some of the most complex cybersecurity initiatives and coordinated incident response efforts for some of the largest security incidents over the last 15 years. 

Prior to joining A&M, Mr. Grillo held leadership positions at professional services organizations, including Stroz Friedberg/Aon Cyber Solutions, where he served as the Global Leader of Cybersecurity Services. Previously, he was a founding member of Protiviti Inc’s Cybersecurity Practice, leading the development of its Global Incident Response and Forensics Investigations Practice. 

Mr. Grillo earned a bachelor’s degree from Fordham University. He serves as an elected member of the CREST Americas Local Council and the Gartner Evanta Governing Body Member of the New York CISO Community. Additionally, Mr. Grillo has assisted with thought leadership initiatives for the FS-ISAC and helps create its annual Compromise Against Payments Systems, the simulated industry cyberattack exercise. He is also a member of the Shared Assessments Program Steering Committee, a Ponemon Institute Distinguished Fellow and has served on the CLM Cyber Liability Council, the Board of Directors of the NY Metro ISSA Chapter, the IT Policy Compliance Group, and the (i-4) International Information Integrity Institute Research Steering Committee.

Additionally, from 2022–2024, Chambers and Partners recognized Mr. Grillo as a spotlighted and Band 1 expert in cybersecurity risk and The Consulting Report recognized him in the top five of its Top 50 cybersecurity leaders.

Insights By This Professional

A&M Managing Directors Rocco Grillo and Brian Irwin were featured in Automotive World's recent article, "Cyber Security Strategy: SDVs Raise the Stakes," exploring how automakers are tackling cyber threats to secure the future of software-driven vehicles.
In a recent article by Automotive Dive, Managing Directors Rocco Grillo and Brian Irwin discuss the emerging cybersecurity threats in the automotive industry as it adopts connected vehicles, offering strategies for automakers to effectively address these challenges and mitigate risks.
A&M cybersecurity expert Rocco Grillo, and a member of the Shared Assessments Program’s Global TPRM Best Practices Committee, recently contributed to Shared Assessment’s white paper on Third Party Focused Ransomware Strategy: An Enterprise-Wide Collaborative Strategy Guide for TPRM Professionals which shares key considerations for developing enterprise-wide collaborative strategies and cyber resiliency.
In a recent article featured in The 74, A&M Managing Directors Rocco Grillo and Barb Dawson discuss how districts can effectively address cyber threats, freeing schools to focus on educational priorities.
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Cybersecurity is increasingly a global strategic priority for businesses. With the scale, frequency and complexity of threats ramping up, it is essential to invest in data protection and systems – and invest right.
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