Global cybercrime is exploding geometrically. The traditional methods of securing cyber systems via complex passwords frequently fail, exposing the computer systems to many types of cybercrimes. Cybercrime of all kinds is a growing concern for individuals, government and business organizations, and society. Zero Identity is a new technology that “bubbles, cloaks, and hides” computers and their contents from cybercriminals. Zero Identity is a mature and proven military-based technology with over a 20-year history. Cylentium, a cybersecurity startup, is adapting Zero Identity technology to consumers and civilian organizations. Market and technological acceptance of Zero Identity may lead to a cybersecurity paradigm shift in the next decade. This paper explores the history of Zero Identity, what it does, how it works, and its future prognosis. One of the original developers (Rob Langhorne) of the Zero Identity concept was interviewed, as was the concurrent entrepreneur (Wayne Ronhaar). Both Langhorne and Ronhaar became coauthors of this article to contribute their first-hand historical perspectives, challenges, and insights to transform technology into a commercial product in a series of articles.
Wayne Ronhaar — BS, MS Technology Management. Wayne earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business and technology from Western Washington University and Pepperdine University respectfully, is working on his Doctor of Business Administration, DBA, at Pepperdine University. With 40+ years of experience as an American entrepreneur and technology executive, Wayne has previously served as National Strategy Executive Microsoft Canada, CIO in Silicon Valley, Chief Innovation Officer Finance & Banking, and Chief Enterprise Architect Oil & Gas, Banking, Consumer Loyalty. Wayne has extensive international experience, including North & South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Brad Zehner — Ph.D. Executive Management and Leadership — Peter F. Drucker School — The Claremont Graduate University and master’s degrees in business, marketing, and psychology. Dr. Zehner was Associate Professor of Marketing and Strategy at Pepperdine University, Associate Director of the IC2 Institute — a “think and do” tank focused on wealth creation and Director of the MS in Technology Commercialization program at the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. Zehner was Associate Professor of Management and International Business at St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas. Formerly, he was a global executive responsible for Worldwide Marketing and Sales for 12 machinery companies and simultaneously Managing Chairman of 4 small companies located in the US, England, France, and Hong Kong. And Vice President — Strategic and Business Planning for 26 Industrial Products in 13 nations.
Rob Langhorne — BS in computer science — College of William and Mary. Rob has over 20+ years of experience in building complex software and leading diverse technological teams. Today, Rob is Cylentium’s Chief Technology Officer and was one of the original developers of the Wireless Wall and Cylentium technologies. Before joining Cranite, Rob was vice president of engineering at fusion One, a pioneer developer of Web-based synchronization and mobility solutions. Rob’s career has included management positions at Apple Computer, Spyglass, and Rocket Mobile. He also has led teams and developed products for Philips, Oracle, Software AG, and the US Air Force.
DOI: 10.2478/minib-2021-0023
Kontakt: Wayne@Cylentium.com, wbzehner@gmail.com, Rob@Cylentium.com
MINIB, 2021, Vol. 42, Issue 4
Available in Open Access
