Our Founder

Neil Lappage - Founder

With over 20 years in cybersecurity, Neil Lappage has helped businesses of all sizes strengthen their security and achieve ISO certification. As the founder of 59 Degrees North, he leads a team that simplifies complex security frameworks, making compliance and risk management easier to handle.

Before launching 59 Degrees North, Neil worked as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for major global companies, managing risk, security strategies, and compliance. He knows firsthand how overwhelming cybersecurity can be and focuses on making it practical and effective for businesses.

A certified CISSP, CISM, and CDPSE, Neil has deep industry expertise—but what really drives him is helping others grow in the field. Whether it’s mentoring newcomers or supporting businesses through security challenges, he’s all about making cybersecurity work for people, not the other way around.