Christos Ruci serves as the Chief Information Officer at Limbach, bringing a career path that spans from support technician to leadership in a publicly traded company. His journey from the ground up has instilled a practical, business-first approach to technology, emphasizing the importance of understanding operations and strategy at every level. As CIO, Christos oversees an array of responsibilities, from internal and external IT to cybersecurity and data integration, all while enhancing resilience against ever-evolving cyber threats. His efforts ensure Limbach’s critical infrastructure—spanning hospitals, data centers, and universities—remains secure, dependable, and optimized.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
- Christos' journey from entry-level tech support to CIO in a publicly traded company
- Strategies for bridging business and technology priorities in IT leadership
- Effective use of tabletop exercises to build cybersecurity awareness at the executive level
- Developing a cybersecurity culture, especially in high-stakes environments
- The value of CIO-led networks like Inspire CIO for peer support and insights
- How partnering with external experts help upskill internal IT teams
- Approaches to securing mission-critical infrastructure in healthcare and other sectors
In this episode…
Matthew Connor hosts Christos Ruci, CIO of Limbach, as they discuss the critical overlap between infrastructure and cybersecurity. Christos shares his unique career path—from AOL customer support to CIO of a national building solutions provider—highlighting how each role shaped his approach to IT leadership. At Limbach, he has adopted a business-first perspective, ensuring that every technology decision aligns with company strategy and mission.
A central focus of the conversation is Christos’s proactive approach to cybersecurity, especially his effective use of tabletop exercises. Recognizing the impact of a potential cyber incident on critical environments like hospitals and data centers, he organized a comprehensive tabletop exercise with Limbach’s C-level executives and board members. This hands-on method created urgency and buy-in, setting the foundation for Limbach’s robust three-year cybersecurity strategy.
Christos also discusses the importance of fostering a security-conscious company culture, with regular phishing tests and cybersecurity training emphasized from the top down. Supporting his mission, he collaborates with Inspire CIO, a peer-led organization that fosters professional growth and shared industry wisdom. Christos advocates for a balanced approach that leverages both internal development and external expertise, enhancing Limbach’s cybersecurity resilience and operational success.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Matthew Connor on LinkedInCyberLynx
Christos Ruci on LinkedIn
Limbach Website
Inspire CIO Website
Central Florida CIO Website
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