Technology, Made Human
At Cloud Sentry, we know what it feels like to be responsible for technology, security, and operations without enough visibility or support. That constant pull between moving fast and staying safe is exhausting. Cloud Sentry exists to close that gap, giving you clarity, control, and confidence in every decision.
Cloud Sentry was built for founders, operators, and technology leaders who carry the weight of protecting their business while driving it forward. We have seen how complexity, risk, and uncertainty can slow growth and create doubt.
Our team works alongside you as a trusted partner, aligning technology, security, and data strategies to your real-world business goals. We believe security should be a competitive advantage, not a barrier. That means making the right investments at the right time, keeping things simple, and making sure every tool and process serves the people who use it.
From strategic guidance to hands-on support, we give you the expertise and visibility you need without unnecessary overhead. With Cloud Sentry, you are never left wondering if your business is protected or if your technology is holding you back. You get peace of mind, and the freedom to focus on building the future you want.
Guided by Integrity, Innovation, and a commitment to Excellence.
The cybersecurity industry loves complexity. We don’t. Because when security is simple, it actually gets used. Revolutionary, right?
No security through obscurity here. We believe you deserve to know exactly what you’re getting and why it matters. Radical honestly in an industry known for smoke and mirrors.
We value simplicity by delivering clear, effective solutions that are easy to understand and seamlessly integrate for our clients.
We’ve seen too many businesses paralyzed by fear and misunderstanding. That stops here. Your business deserves technology that enables growth, not hinders it.
We began by helping organizations secure complex cloud environments, where we saw firsthand that clear insight, not unnecessary complexity, leads to the strongest outcomes. Through rigorous analysis and hands-on experience, we learned that the most effective solutions are transparent, adaptable, and strike the right balance between security, flexibility, and cost.
Through hundreds of secure cloud implementations, we discovered an essential truth: the most valuable solutions are not the most complex — they are the ones that work consistently, transparently, and fit the way your business operates.
We built a proven set of solutions that can grow with you, from startup to enterprise. Every project is designed to maintain effectiveness while adapting seamlessly to new demands and challenges.
Drawing from years of solving high-stakes technology and security challenges, we created Cloud Sentry to give every business access to enterprise-level protection and clarity. We deliver the power of a large organization with the agility of a small one, helping leaders move forward with confidence while keeping costs in check.
FOUNDER & CEO
Kenneth James Hanson
Cloud Sentry Ken Hanson is a seasoned technology and security leader with deep expertise in IT strategy, cybersecurity, and risk management. As a fractional CISO/CIO, he helps businesses strengthen security postures, optimize IT operations, and align technology with business objectives. With a track record of leading high-performing teams and implementing robust security frameworks, Ken combines hands-on expertise with executive leadership to drive resilience, efficiency, and growth.
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
Emil Diaz
Cloud Sentry Emil Diaz is a strategic technology leader with deep expertise in software engineering and passion for driving innovation. As a fractional CTO, he helps businesses scale technology operations, streamline development, and align tech strategies with business goals. With a track record of leading high-impact projects and fostering collaboration, Emil combines hands-on expertise with executive leadership to accelerate growth and keep companies competitive.
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
Pat Day
Cloud Sentry Patrick Day is an experienced technology executive with extensive experience in software development and IT management. As a fractional CTO, he partners with businesses to enhance their technology strategies, streamline development processes, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives. Patrick’s proven track record in leading diverse teams and delivering innovative solutions positions him as a valuable asset for companies seeking to drive growth and operational excellence.
CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Bruce Weeks
Cloud Sentry Bruce Weeks is a cybersecurity leader with over 16 years of experience in enterprise security, risk management, and compliance. As a fractional CISO, he helps organizations strengthen security, implement resilience strategies, and navigate complex compliance frameworks. With expertise in cloud security, vulnerability management, and cyber operations, Bruce has led award-winning teams . His hands-on approach to security strategy, incident response, and governance ensures businesses proactively mitigate threats while aligning security with business goals.
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
John May
Cloud Sentry John May is an IT executive with extensive experience in information technology management and strategic planning. As a fractional CIO, he partners with organizations to optimize their IT infrastructure, drive digital transformation, and align technology initiatives with business objectives. John’s proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and implementing innovative solutions positions him as a valuable asset for companies seeking to enhance operational efficiency and achieve sustainable growth.
FOUNDER & CEO
Kenneth James Hanson
Ken helps organizations stop treating technology, security, and operations as separate problems. As the founder of Cloud Sentry, he works closely with leadership teams to align systems, processes, and risk management around real business priorities, not checklists, or titles. His approach blends hands-on execution with executive perspective, helping companies reduce friction, manage risk, and scale with confidence. Ken focuses on building trust, clarity, and control as organizations grow, ensuring technology supports the business instead of slowing it down.
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
Emil Diaz
Emil works with companies that need their technology to keep up with their ambitions. In his role as a fractional CTO, he helps organizations scale development efforts, modernize engineering workflows, and translate strategy into shipped product. With a strong engineering background and a collaborative leadership style, Emil helps teams move faster without sacrificing quality. He focuses on building durable engineering practices, improving delivery predictability, and aligning technical decisions with long-term business outcomes.
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
Pat Day
Patrick ("Pat") brings a practical, engineering-first perspective to technology leadership. As a fractional CTO, he works with businesses to strengthen development practices, simplify complex systems, and make technology decisions that actually support how teams build and ship. With deep experience leading diverse teams and delivering real-world solutions, Pat helps organizations improve execution, reduce friction, and grow with confidence.
HEAD OF BUSINESS EMPOWERMENT
Dirk Vander Noot
Dirk focuses on how work actually gets done. He helps teams translate goals into repeatable processes, supported by automation and clear ownership, so execution stays consistent as organizations grow. By empowering people and reinforcing accountability, Dirk builds operating systems that reduce friction, eliminate busywork, and keep teams moving forward without burnout or micromanagement.
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
John May
John helps organizations bring structure and direction to their IT environments. As a fractional CIO, he works with leadership teams to modernize infrastructure, improve reliability, and make sure technology investments actually support the way the business operates. His approach emphasizes clear planning, strong vendor management, and cross-team alignment, helping companies reduce friction, control costs, and build a foundation for sustainable growth.
The team helped us build a HITRUST-compliant security program on Microsoft 365 and AWS. Their expertise in cloud security, automation, and compliance streamlined governance, reduced risk, and ensured continuous compliance with minimal overhead. With just-in-time access controls, automated monitoring, and evidence collection, they helped improve our security approach, giving us the confidence to scale while meeting the highest standards.
We’ve been working with Cloud Sentry for over a year now, and they’ve been consistently professional and responsive to our entire team – and saved us a great deal of money while developing an IT infrastructure that meets our security needs and the needs of our customers. I’d recommend Cloud Sentry to anyone looking for an expert, engaged, and cost-effective IT partner.
The team helped us build a HITRUST-compliant security program on Microsoft 365 and AWS. Their expertise in cloud security, automation, and compliance streamlined governance, reduced risk, and ensured continuous compliance with minimal overhead. With just-in-time access controls, automated monitoring, and evidence collection, they helped improve our security approach, giving us the confidence to scale while meeting the highest standards.
We’ve been working with Cloud Sentry for over a year now, and they’ve been consistently professional and responsive to our entire team – and saved us a great deal of money while developing an IT infrastructure that meets our security needs and the needs of our customers. I’d recommend Cloud Sentry to anyone looking for an expert, engaged, and cost-effective IT partner.
