Mark R. Torello, CPA, CFE, CISA, CRISC, CITP

Mark Torello is Partner-in-Charge of Technology with more than 30 years of consulting experience, specializing in information technology security and accounting systems technology. Mark founded Whittlesey’s technology division in 1997, originally established as The Technology Group, LLC. Today, he leads a service area comprising two divisions: Cybersecurity & Assurance Services and a Managed IT Services Provider (MSP), delivering comprehensive technology, security, and risk solutions to organizations that rely heavily on technology. Mark leads a team of consultants and Microsoft and Cisco engineers and is widely recognized for his expertise in SOC 1 and SOC 2 engagements, regulatory compliance, and complex cybersecurity, cyber-forensics, and breach response matters.

Mark’s experience includes advising organizations on compliance frameworks and regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, FINRA, FTC, GLBA, CMMC, and related standards. He is also a frequent presenter on technology, cybersecurity, and risk management topics for professional and industry groups.

Mark earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Banking from the University of Bridgeport and completed additional coursework in computer science at the University of Connecticut and accounting at Central Connecticut State University. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants (CTCPA), the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), and the FBI InfraGard. Mark currently serves as Chair of the CTCPA IT Governance Committee and has previously served as Chair and a member of the CTCPA Technology Committee, as well as a member of the CTCPA Board of Directors. His community involvement also includes past service as Chair of Youth & Family Services of Haddam-Killingworth, Inc.

Mark holds multiple professional certifications, including Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP), and CMMC Certified Professional (CCP).

Mark has been recognized with Hartford Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 (2002).