Who We Are
Operational Risk Advisory
for a Digital Age
We partner with organizations to anticipate, navigate, and mitigate complex operational risks by connecting the human and technical elements of security and resilience. Our firm "braids together" expertise in cyber and information security, geopolitics, and organizational strategy to provide tailored, practical solutions that advance the security and resilience of commercial and government entities alike.
Think defensive cybersecurity with a truly holistic approach.
Our Approach
Security and resilience aren't just about technology. They're about people, decisions, and strategy. Every organization, from commercial enterprises to government agencies, contributes to the security and stability of broader ecosystems.
While a growing number of information security incidents take place in cyberspace, humans are at the center of risk mitigation, incident response, and ultimately operational resilience. From geopolitical tensions to financial incentives to advocacy efforts to errors in technical deployments, humans are the reason behind many attacks. Factors like insufficient training, weak cross-functional collaboration, and sleep depravation can determine whether an attacker is successful as well as the severity of an attack. Understanding these human dynamics is just as critical as managing technical vulnerabilities and controls.
Our leadership brings experience across industry, government, international relations, and academia. By integrating technical and human perspectives, we help clients understand how strategic decisions, regulatory compliance, and security practices intersect to protect critical assets and ensure long-term success.
We empower leaders to identify risks, mitigate vulnerabilities, and build robust systems and processes. Whether through strategic advisory coaching, tabletop exercises, risk assessments, or trainings, our mission remains the same: advance security and resilience by braiding together people, processes, and technology.
Our Visual Philosophy
The Antonius Strategies braided circular knot logo draws inspiration from the Gordian Knot, symbolizing bold, unique solutions to complex challenges. Unlike Alexander the Great’s legendary cut of the knot, we approach complex problems by carefully braiding together a unique blend of expertise, experience, and perspectives ranging from cyber/information security to geopolitics to organizational strategy.
The braid reflects the essential integration of human, technical, and strategic elements required for security and resilience. It also represents how each of our decisions and actions are interconnected, meaning we each have the opportunity and responsibility to positively impact the security of our local and global ecosystems.
Each thread supports the whole, reflecting our belief that true security and resilience come from connecting people, processes, and technology with intention and insight.
Our Services
We provide actionable, high-value services designed to meet the unique needs of each client. These services include but are not limited to:
- Risk & Vulnerability Assessments
- Incident Response Planning & Tabletop Exercises
- Compliance Readiness
- Policy & Procedure Writing
- Security Operations Coaching
- Speaking Engagements & Workshops
About Our Founder Jolie Grace Wareham
With expertise in organizational infrastructure, strategic development, and policy building in a unique blend of fields (including cybersecurity, government, and higher education), Jolie Grace understands the importance of cybersecurity to your organizational success. She has a passion for improving security postures in various sectors, and her cybersecurity experience includes founding and leading a statewide electoral cybersecurity initiative (the first of its kind in the nation).
Jolie Grace founded Antonius Strategies to further her mission to make cyber and information security a reality for all. She brings her passion for connecting dots between security, resilience, leadership, and geopolitics. She loves her job, as no two days are the same. Her work ranges from empowering federal agency employees to action on ever-changing cyber/information security regulatory requirements and best practices, helping publicly-traded companies establish formal incident response plans to remain SEC-compliant, facilitating cybersecurity awareness trainings, and collaborating with thought partners across the globe in an effort to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of security measures and reporting processes.
In addition to her professional cybersecurity certifications, Jolie Grace has served on various community organization boards, is active with WiCyS (Women in Cybersecurity), and holds a degree in Political Science from Rhodes College in Memphis, TN. Her background in political science allows her to bring relevant perspectives and a holistic approach to cybersecurity, often framing cybersecurity as an essential element of citizenship.
When not engaged in these activities, you may find Jolie Grace laying down the blues on her upright bass, practicing Portuguese (she is working toward fluency), or trying out a new cocktail bar or craft brewery. She loves exploring the world and spending time with her family and friends. Jolie Grace is based in Nashville, TN and travels both domestically and internationally for her professional endeavors.
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