Jessie Querl

Jessie Querl is a seasoned Cybersecurity Advisor at Chrysalis, bringing more than two decades of experience across military intelligence, federal agencies, healthcare, and large‑scale enterprise environments. With a strong foundation in auditing, vulnerability management, and security operations, she has built a distinguished career supporting some of the nation’s most complex cybersecurity missions, including work with the Department of Commerce, the Census Bureau, the National Geospatial Agency, and numerous intelligence agencies. Jessie holds a Master of Science in Information Systems (M.S.I.S.) from Drexel University, where she strengthened her expertise in project management, policy alignment, and information assurance. Known for her strategic insight and deep understanding of NIST frameworks, she has become a trusted advisor to executive leadership across multiple organizations.

Throughout her career, Jessie has specialized in diagnosing organizational failures, aligning security practices with regulatory requirements, and designing enterprise‑level roadmaps that improve security posture and operational efficiency. Her experience spans continuous monitoring, CI/CD environments, governance and risk management, HIPAA and GDPR compliance, ISO 27001 auditing, and federal cybersecurity standards. Whether modernizing identity management systems, leading enterprise risk programs, or reducing vulnerabilities across complex infrastructures, Jessie combines technical depth with a systems‑level perspective that allows her to uncover root causes and deliver measurable improvements. Her work has consistently strengthened enterprise resilience, enhanced compliance, and guided organizations toward sustainable, risk‑informed decision‑making.

Beyond her technical leadership, Jessie is committed to empowering the next generation of women in cybersecurity. A strong advocate for mentorship and community building, she encourages young women to join networks of support, trust their capabilities, and embrace the holistic skill sets—especially those gained through life experience—that the cybersecurity field demands. Outside of her professional work, Jessie finds joy in raising her two children, who inspire her with their wit, confidence, and intuitive perspectives on the world. Known for her thoughtful leadership, analytical rigor, and passion for elevating others, Jessie continues to make a lasting impact on both the organizations she serves and the broader cybersecurity community.

• Drexel University - M.S.

• Capital Area Food Bank