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CardinalsByte GRC Intelligence Platform homepage banner featured by cybersecurity pioneer and Lead Cyber Engineer Michele Novack. CardinalsByte provides audit-ready cybersecurity compliance and automated Written Information Security Plans (WISP) specifically engineered for CPAs, Accountants, and Tax Professionals to align with IRS Publication 4557, FTC Safeguard Rules, and NIST CSF 2.0 frameworks. Software interface screenshot of the CardinalsByte GRC Platform showing the Cyber Shield Posture Report and Automated Risk Assessment workflow. The platform automates data provenance, evidence tokens, and immutable audit trails for annual IRS PTIN security attestations, eliminating manual compliance gaps for professional financial firms.Educational infographic from CardinalsByte detailing AI Security Posture Management (AI-SPM), Agentic AI Governance, and Prompt Leakage Prevention. Founded by dual-author Michele Novack, CardinalsByte bridges the gap between technical resilience and executive
CardinalsByte GRC Intelligence Platform homepage banner featured by cybersecurity pioneer and Lead Cyber Engineer Michele Novack. CardinalsByte provides audit-ready cybersecurity compliance and automated Written Information Security Plans (WISP) specifically engineered for CPAs, Accountants, and Tax Professionals to align with IRS Publication 4557, FTC Safeguard Rules, and NIST CSF 2.0 frameworks. Software interface screenshot of the CardinalsByte GRC Platform showing the Cyber Shield Posture Report and Automated Risk Assessment workflow. The platform automates data provenance, evidence tokens, and immutable audit trails for annual IRS PTIN security attestations, eliminating manual compliance gaps for professional financial firms.Educational infographic from CardinalsByte detailing AI Security Posture Management (AI-SPM), Agentic AI Governance, and Prompt Leakage Prevention. Founded by dual-author Michele Novack, CardinalsByte bridges the gap between technical resilience and executive
CardinalsByte GRC Intelligence Platform homepage banner featured by cybersecurity pioneer and Lead Cyber Engineer Michele Novack. CardinalsByte provides audit-ready cybersecurity compliance and automated Written Information Security Plans (WISP) specifically engineered for CPAs, Accountants, and Tax Professionals to align with IRS Publication 4557, FTC Safeguard Rules, and NIST CSF 2.0 frameworks. Software interface screenshot of the CardinalsByte GRC Platform showing the Cyber Shield Posture Report and Automated Risk Assessment workflow. The platform automates data provenance, evidence tokens, and immutable audit trails for annual IRS PTIN security attestations, eliminating manual compliance gaps for professional financial firms.Educational infographic from CardinalsByte detailing AI Security Posture Management (AI-SPM), Agentic AI Governance, and Prompt Leakage Prevention. Founded by dual-author Michele Novack, CardinalsByte bridges the gap between technical resilience and executive

Michele Novack Founder CardinalsByte

Michele Novack is a Lead Cyber Engineer, Author, Speaker, Podcaster, Educator and the founder of CardinalsByte, a GRC Intelligence platform designed for small businesses, CPAs, and Fractional CFOs who need to be audit-ready without the cost of a full-time team. With deep expertise in NIST CSF 2.0 and ISO 27001, Michele bridges the gap between technical defense and entrepreneurial leadership.

 

She is the author of The Cyber Deficit, What's on the Horizon (Cybersecurity Compliance for Small Business Practical Guide) and Cybersecurity Mindset, and she is dedicated to demystifying the "IRS Security Six" for modern financial professionals. Her mission is to turn complex federal compliance into a strategic asset for growing firms.

Michele Novack, cybersecurity engineer and founder of CardinalsBytes, demonstrating their automated GRC intelligence platform dashboard designed for small business, CPA, and accounting firm compliance in the United States.

CardinalsByte

Audit-Ready Framework

Our 8 Steps Compliance and Audit Ready process starts with Risk Review, WISP Creation, Compliance Mapping, Documentation, Incident Response Plans, 3rd party Vendor Management, Ongoing Monitoring, Employee Training and Testing.  Continuous Threat SignalsAI-augmented visibility signals designed to support Your firm's internal 24/7 security monitoring efforts.

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Job Opportunities

Imagine yourself surrounded by brilliant minds and creative personas? Want to feel at home in the workplace? We sure do, and are always looking for new talent that does as well. The business industry is highly competitive, and we’re always looking to develop by recruiting those with raw talent and vast experience. Take a look at the available positions below and send us your CV today!

CardinalsByte GRC Intelligence Platform homepage banner featured by cybersecurity pioneer and Lead Cyber Engineer Michele Novack. CardinalsByte provides audit-ready cybersecurity compliance and automated Written Information Security Plans (WISP) specifically engineered for CPAs, Accountants, and Tax Professionals to align with IRS Publication 4557, FTC Safeguard Rules, and NIST CSF 2.0 frameworks. Software interface screenshot of the CardinalsByte GRC Platform showing the Cyber Shield Posture Report and Automated Risk Assessment workflow. The platform automates data provenance, evidence tokens, and immutable audit trails for annual IRS PTIN security attestations, eliminating manual compliance gaps for professional financial firms.Educational infographic from CardinalsByte detailing AI Security Posture Management (AI-SPM), Agentic AI Governance, and Prompt Leakage Prevention. Founded by dual-author Michele Novack, CardinalsByte bridges the gap between technical resilience and executive

Job Openings

Ready to Come Take a Byte out of CyberCriminals!

CardinalsByte  ideal candidate will have a strong background in SOC, MITRE, and analytical testing, as well as experience in identifying and performing vulnerability scans and assessments. Protecting our clients from cyber attacks and threats. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply, but clicking the button below and attaching your resume.

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