The Cyber Lifeguard On Stage.
Tom Hermstad brings 30+ years of IT and cybersecurity experience to the stage — delivering actionable, plain-English strategies that help organizations prepare for, withstand, and recover from cyber threats.
Speaking Topics
Every presentation is tailored to your audience — from boardrooms to industry conferences. Always actionable, always in plain English.
The Interconnected Cyber Threat Landscape
How today's cyber threats form an ecosystem — and why understanding the connections between attack vectors is critical for organizational defense.
Preparatory Defense Strategies
Building security systems that withstand attacks — not just prevent them. The 'Right of Boom' approach to cyber preparedness.
Incident Response Planning
What to do in the first 60 minutes of a breach. Practical, tested response frameworks that minimize damage and speed recovery.
Building Organizational Resilience
Turning your team into your strongest security asset through culture, training, and clear communication — not fear.
Industry-Specific Cyber Risks
Tailored presentations for construction, law, accounting, defense, healthcare, and oil & gas sectors with real-world case studies.
The Human Side of Cybersecurity
Why plain-English IT communication is a competitive advantage — and how leaders can make security accessible to every employee.
Watch Tom Speak
See the Cyber Lifeguard in action — delivering cybersecurity insights your audience will actually use.
Recent Events
CIPA 2025 Annual Meeting
California Independent Petroleum Association
Cybersecurity ecosystems, risk preparedness, and critical infrastructure defense in the oil & gas sector.
What to Expect
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the 'Cyber Lifeguard'?
Tom Hermstad, known as the 'Cyber Lifeguard,' is HD Tech's veteran speaker on cybersecurity preparedness, offering actionable strategies built from 30+ years of hands-on IT and security experience protecting businesses across Southern California and nationwide.
What organizations has he presented for?
Tom has delivered keynotes at industry events including the California Independent Petroleum Association (CIPA) 2025 Annual Meeting, sharing insights on cybersecurity ecosystems tailored to specific industries like oil & gas, construction, legal, and defense.
What topics does he cover?
His talks address the interconnected cyber threat landscape, preparatory defense strategies, incident response planning, building organizational resilience, and industry-specific cyber risks — always delivered in plain English, not technical jargon.
How do I book Tom for my event?
Contact us at 877-540-1684 or use the booking form below. We'll discuss your audience, event format, and topic focus to tailor the presentation to your organization's needs.
Book Tom for Your Next Event
Whether it's a keynote, panel, workshop, or boardroom briefing — Tom delivers cybersecurity insights your audience will actually use.