About Us

Risk Cognizance Mission To create a world where every organization, no matter the size, has the tools to navigate and thrive in an unpredictable digital landscape. We aim to redefine risk management and compliance by delivering solutions that empower organizations to take bold steps forward, confident in their security and resilience. 

Our mission is to simplify the complex and inspire trust, one partnership at a time. Risk Cognizance Vision We envision a future where organizations can focus on innovation and growth without the fear of cyber threats holding them back. At Risk Cognizance, we strive to set a new standard in risk and compliance technology—one that’s intuitive, powerful, and built for the challenges of tomorrow. We see a world where security fuels progress, and we’re here to make it possible. 

Risk Cognizance is an AI-powered, cloud-based GRC platform that enables organizations to shift from reactive compliance to proactive, automated risk management. It unifies regulatory tracking (SOC 2, PCI DSS, NIST, CMMC, ISO 27001, ISO 27002, ISO 27003, HIPAA, CCPA, GDPR, and others), AI-driven risk identification, policy management, and audit workflows in a single system to improve resilience and efficiency.

The platform integrates key capabilities including enterprise risk management, attack surface management, third-party risk management, automated assessments, dark web monitoring, cloud posture scanning, and multitenant support delivering continuous compliance and centralized risk visibility.

Highly trusted by SMBs and Fortune 500 organizations, it is built for CISOs, CIOs, risk managers, consultants, MSSPs, and MSPs—simplifying governance while strengthening security posture.

Risk Cognizance was originally developed in 2019 to support over 250 CyberSecOp customers. Recognizing its broader value, founder and CEO Jeffery Walker spun it out as an independent company in 2023 after selling his stake in CyberSecOp.

Backed by more than 39 years of combined experience in security and compliance, the Risk Cognizance team has a strong track record of delivering innovative solutions to organizations across a wide range of industries.

Jeffery Walker's extensive experience spans top positions at renowned organizations such as Morgan Stanley, Montefiore Hospital, Fascet, Fareportal/Cheapoair, Innovative Network Solutions, and CyberSecOp. His entrepreneurial ventures, including the founding of TSI, Marketing Cognitive, Mega Mart Center, and co-founding Wilsonlist, have further diversified his industry expertise.

With a deep understanding of multiple sectors including finance services, healthcare, education, government, manufacturing, and more, Jeffery and the Risk Cognizance team provide a unique blend of technical proficiency and industry insights.

As a highly decorated security professional with accreditations such as BA in Information Technology, CISSP, MCSE, CCNA, CEH, AWS SEC, CMMC RP, CISA, and FEDRAMP, Jeffery's expertise is invaluable in guiding organizations towards effective risk management and compliance.

Risk Cognizance is a New York based privately funded company established by Jeffery Walker, a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to transforming risk management solutions. 

Our mission is to deliver innovative and reliable risk management strategies that empower businesses to make informed decisions and navigate an ever-evolving landscape. At Risk Cognizance, we focus on providing tailored solutions that not only address current risks but also anticipate future challenges. 

Our team's expertise and commitment to excellence have allowed us to build strong, lasting relationships with clients across various industries. As we continue to grow, we remain focused on our core values of integrity, innovation, and results-driven service. 

Choose Risk Cognizance as your trusted partner in cybersecurity and compliance management and take the first step towards building a more secure and compliant business today.