BARR Advisory Names Noelle McMullen as Chief Operating Officer and Integrator

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — BARR Advisory today announced that Noelle McMullen has been named the firm’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Integrator.

McMullen brings to the role more than a decade of experience in sales, client relationships, operations, and business management in the information technology and consulting fields. 

“Noelle has a unique ability to turn ideas into actionable plans and a true passion for serving others,” said BARR Advisory CEO and managing partner Brad Thies. “Her insights will play a crucial role in keeping us aligned with our mission to empower organizations to create trust while meeting the evolving cybersecurity demands of our clients and the industry.”

An expert in the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) model, McMullen will support BARR’s mission of building trust through cybersecurity and compliance by integrating cross-departmental workflows, enhancing and refining internal processes, and facilitating efficient execution of the firm’s strategic priorities.

Prior to joining the BARR team, McMullen held senior roles at organizations including KPMG and Gartner and served as COO of Smartlogic and MarkLogic, a software firm that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance data management.

“I’m beyond excited to join the exceptional team at BARR Advisory,” McMullen said. “Renowned for cybersecurity expertise, professionalism, and an intentional, values-driven approach, BARR sets the standard for excellence in the industry. I’m eager to contribute to our mission as we continue shaping the future of secure technology and making a meaningful impact.”

The news kicks off a year of planned expansion for BARR Advisory as the firm continues to grow its attestation and consulting practices, including becoming a FedRAMP Third-Party Assessment Organization (3PAO).

Learn more about BARR Advisory.

ABOUT BARR ADVISORY

BARR Advisory is a security and compliance solutions provider specializing in cybersecurity and compliance for organizations with high-value data that serve regulated industries such as healthcare, financial services, and government. A trusted advisor to some of the fastest growing cloud-based organizations around the globe, BARR simplifies compliance across multiple regulatory and customer requirements.

BARR Advisory services include:

• Compliance Program Assistance
• SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 3, and SOC for Cybersecurity
• PCI DSS Assessment Services 
• ISO 27001 and 27701 Certifications
• Government Assessments 
• HIPAA/HITECH Services 
• HITRUST Services
• CSA STAR Assessments
• Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessments
• Cybersecurity Consulting and vCISO Services

MEDIA CONTACT

Michelle Rawlings
BARR Advisory
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