Patrick Hughes

Patrick Hughes is a seasoned Cybersecurity Practitioner at Compass IT Compliance with over ten years of comprehensive experience in the IT audit and compliance field. As a certified PCI Qualified Security Assessor (QSA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE), Patrick brings extensive technical expertise to every client engagement. Throughout his decade-long career, he has partnered with organizations across diverse industries, guiding them through complex regulatory landscapes with specialized focus on PCI DSS assessments, HIPAA compliance, and business continuity planning. Patrick is passionate about building strong client relationships and thrives in the dynamic, multifaceted environment that IT audit provides, combining technical rigor with clear communication to help organizations strengthen their overall security posture while achieving their compliance objectives.