Ryan Lougheed, Author at Onspring

About the Author

Ryan Lougheed

Ryan Lougheed is a seasoned professional with 13 years of experience at the intersection of GRC and technology. As Onspring’s Director of Product Management – Platform at Onspring, he applies his expertise in consulting and API development to guide the platform’s evolution and solve complex integration challenges. Outside of work, his passion for technology continues through personal projects, complemented by time spent golfing and with family.

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Latest from Ryan Lougheed

GRC, NIST, Regulations & Frameworks

Integrating NIST Supply Chain Risk Management into SLED Compliance Programs

Integrate NIST supply chain risk management into SLED compliance programs to strengthen vendor oversight and operational resilience.
GRC, Third-party / Vendor

Third-Party Risk Management in the Public Sector: Lessons from Recent SLED Breaches

Third-party risk management for public sector teams: lessons from recent SLED breaches and practical steps to close vendor risk gaps.
Press & Media

CISOs: Align cyber risk communication with boardroom psychology

Jeff Ladner discusses how modern CISOs are utilizing boardroom psychology to communicate cyber risks and gain executive buy-in.
GRC, NIST

Why Supply Chain Risk Management is Now a Public Sector Resilience Priority

Strengthen Supply Chain Risk Management in the public sector with NIST best practices to improve resilience, reduce risk, and maintain trust.
AI, Compliance, GRC

Top Cybersecurity Trends Reshaping Federal Risk Management in 2026

Explore the top cybersecurity trends reshaping federal risk management in 2026, from AI monitoring to quantum-resistant encryption.
FedRAMP, GRC, HIPAA

Healthcare Cybersecurity in the Federal Government: Protecting Patient Data at Scale

Explore healthcare cybersecurity challenges in federal agencies and practical ways to protect patient data and reduce risk.
AI, Press & Media

5 Ways to Use AI for Processes Automation with Human Oversight

Onspring’s CPO Jeff Ladner explains how AI can become a practical partner for governance, risk and compliance leaders.
CMMC, GRC, NIST, Regulations & Frameworks

Cybersecurity Automation: Strengthening Defense in a Resource-Strapped Environment

Learn how cybersecurity automation strengthens threat detection, incident response, and compliance for government agencies and contractors.
AI, Press & Media

Proof Before Scale: Why Guardrails and a “Try First” Approach Are the Future of AI Adoption

Jeff Ladner explains why responsible AI adoption requires a “try-first” approach to build trust, ensure safety and maximize value.
CMMC, GRC, Regulations & Frameworks

Understanding CMMC: A Roadmap for Federal Contractors

Understand CMMC 2.0 requirements, certification levels and the key steps contractors must take to stay compliant and eligible for DoD contracts.
AI, GRC, Risk

Emerging Trends in Artificial Intelligence and What They Mean for Risk Management

Explore key AI trends transforming risk management for Federal agencies and contractors, along with steps to use these tools responsibly.
AI, GRC, Risk

Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity: A Federal Perspective

Explore how Federal agencies can strengthen cybersecurity with AI while managing new risks, evolving threats and essential guardrails.