Michele Sipes is a Principal in Deloitte’s Risk and Financial Advisory practice. She has over 20+ years of experience in cybersecurity, specializing in transformative solutions for federal clients. Throughout her career, Michele has led the development of comprehensive cyber risk programs, implemented cyber workforce strategies, created zero trust architectures, and navigated the security complexities for enterprise modernization programs. A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, Michele actively supports creating inclusive workplaces and is inspired by the opportunities she’s gained from Pan-Asian leadership programs.

 Michele graduated from the University of Virginia and loves spending quality time with her family, exploring travel destinations, discovering unique restaurants, and indulging in guilty – pleasure TV shows.