Jarrett Heintz

Having spent over 20 years at the intersection of cyber expertise, ethics, and education, Jarrett Heintz is a techno/learning-strategist empowering individuals and organizations to cultivate innovation and intentionality in a time of unprecedented digital reinvention. Through the lens of his background in cybersecurity and applied ethics, he brings a thoughtful, values-driven mindset to each engagement. He is also a trusted guide for professionals pursuing industry certifications, known for translating dense material into accessible, empowering instruction. As a training and educational specialist (and author of the LearnHero system for learning, preparing, and mastering test-taking), Jarrett focuses on optimizing learning outcomes and ensuring the durability of knowledge retention through evidence-based learning strategies.

With a background that includes engagements with Fortune 500 companies, U.S. government agencies, and international law enforcement, Jarrett brings both credibility and approachability to every project. He has trained thousands of professionals in certifications such as CISSP, ethical hacking, infosec management, and dark network navigation. His contributions include educational and professional materials as well as the development of technical roadmaps, risk assessments, and comprehensive security and compliance programs aligned to frameworks such as NIST, ISO, and ITIL.

Jarrett believes that meaningful lifelong learning and thriving happens when people feel connected, supported, and are equipped with the tools to realize optimal potential, both professionally and personally. Whether he is facilitating a workshop, advising on a governance framework, or helping a team make sense of emerging threats, he works to foster clarity, confidence, and human connection. His style blends technical rigor with empathy, levity, and a deep respect for the human-centric work it takes to support the professionals behind the keyboards.

Based in Missoula, Montana, Jarrett balances work and life with intention. He is a guy who loves exploring the hiking trails of the Northwest, a drone pilot, and a 3D printing enthusiast with a soft spot for immersive tech, including VR, sim rigs, and the occasional gaming mod. He shares life’s chaos with his two teens and their two very opinionated corgis.

Cybersecurity consultant, GRC strategist, enterprise IT advisor, educator, certification trainer, learning designer, curriculum author, risk assessor, compliance architect, and ethics-driven techno-strategist.