SIMPSONVILLE, SC, October 14, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Randall Laudermilk has been recognized for achievement in technology, specifically computer and network security.

Mr. Laudermilk's career in technology and computer security spans more than four decades, marked by a steady progression from technical roles to executive leadership. For the past 10 years, he has served as vice president of product and partner strategy at Carson and SAINT Corporations. In this capacity, Mr. Laudermilk drives the direction of the risk-based vulnerability management product portfolio to ensure alignment with evolving industry needs. He advances product innovation and delivers unique value through strategic development, identifies and cultivates technology partnerships, including original equipment manufacturer opportunities, and works closely with managed service providers and professional services organizations to leverage vulnerability and risk assessment technologies. His efforts focus on regulated industries such as federal, financial, payment card and healthcare sectors, where cybersecurity standards are critical. By supporting partners in identifying network vulnerabilities and assessing the highest-risk areas, Mr. Laudermilk plays a pivotal role in reducing cybersecurity threats.

Since 2023, Mr. Laudermilk has served as vice president of strategic partnerships at Carson and SAINT Corporations. In this role, he has been instrumental in shaping alliances that enhance the company's reach within the cybersecurity landscape. Between 2021 and 2023, he was vice president of business development for Carson and SAINT Corporations, where his focus shifted toward expanding business opportunities and fostering relationships that support organizational growth.

His tenure as director of strategic alliances from 2018 to 2021 further solidified his reputation for building impactful collaborations within the industry. Concurrently, from 2019 to 2021, he served as director of business development for the ATO on the AWS APN Partner Advisory Board at Carson and SAINT Corporation, contributing to cloud security initiatives and advisory efforts.

Mr. Laudermilk's journey with SAINT began in 2009 when he joined as director of product management. Over eight years in this role, he oversaw development teams responsible for building core products while gradually expanding his involvement in business development and sales. This period marked a transition from a primarily technical focus to a more strategic orientation, ultimately positioning him as a key player in guiding both product direction and company partnerships.

Prior to joining SAINT Corporation, Mr. Laudermilk spent two decades as an information technology consultant with Richard S. Carson & Associates from 1989 to 2009. During this time, he worked extensively on government contracts supporting defense initiatives for agencies such as the Pentagon, the Department of the Army, the Department of the Navy, the Coast Guard and the Corps of Engineers. Notably, during Operation Desert Storm in the early 1990s, he provided real-time information to operations and logistics teams managing personnel and equipment during conflict in the Middle East.

Before his consulting work, Mr. Laudermilk was an operations support analyst for the Joint Staff J-3 Special Operations at the Pentagon from 1988 to 1989. His earlier career began with seven years of service in the United States Air Force from 1981 to 1988. Initially assigned non-technical responsibilities before the advent of the internet era, he later contributed directly to mission-driven objectives at both the Pentagon and Joint Staff levels. His assignments included supporting critical Department of Defense strategies — experiences that provided significant job satisfaction by allowing him to play an integral part in national defense operations.

Throughout his professional journey, Mr. Laudermilk has maintained active memberships in several industry organizations, including CyberSC since 2024, The Project Management Academy since 2015, The Performance Management Institute since 2013, Scrum Alliance Inc. since 2013, and Financial Sector X9 Group.

Academically, Mr. Laudermilk earned a master's degree in information management from Marymount University in Arlington in 1995. He received a Bachelor of Science in information systems management from Park University in Parkville in 1987 after completing coursework in information systems at Saint Leo University in 1984. His academic foundation began with an Associate of Arts in business management from Dabney Lancaster College in Clifton Forge in 1980. These educational achievements have supported his ability to adapt across technical and strategic roles throughout his career.

In addition to his degrees, Mr. Laudermilk holds certifications as a Scrum Product Owner, awarded by Scrum Alliance Inc. in 2015, and as a Scrum Master, conferred by Scrum Alliance Inc. in 2013. He attributes his professional success to flexibility and a collaborative nature — qualities that have enabled him to navigate complex environments and foster productive relationships across diverse teams.

Beyond his professional commitments, Mr. Laudermilk is civically engaged as a member of the technical advisory board for WitFoo and volunteers regularly with food banks and food drives.

His distinguished service has been recognized through numerous awards including the Meritorious Service Medal from Headquarters U.S. Air Force Directorate of Plans and Operations in 1998; Commendation Medals from Headquarters U.S. Air Force Special Operations in 1986 and U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Command Plans Division Joint Study Group in both 1985; Outstanding Unit Award from U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Command Plans Division Joint Study Group also in 1985; Achievement Medal from U.S. Air Force in 1982; and Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon from U.S. Air Force in 1981.

Born in Bluefield, WV, Mr. Laudermilk has called South Carolina home for five years following a thirty-five-year residency in Washington, D.C., reflecting both regional mobility and adaptability throughout his life's journey.

Outside his professional pursuits, Mr. Laudermilk enjoys sports and activities, including biking, skiing, and hiking, as well as playing and listening to music. Looking ahead, he is focused on advancing cybersecurity in artificial intelligence applications by leveraging relationships with groups such as X9 Group, the CyberSC community, and various technology providers, so that organizations can manage AI securely while ensuring its intended use aligns with organizational goals.

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