Eric Souza

Chief Technology Officer & CISO at Berkshire Partners LLC

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

About Eric Souza

Eric Souza is Chief Technology Officer & CISO at Berkshire Partners LLC. Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States.

Technology executive with deep experience leading AI, cybersecurity, data platforms, and digital transformation in private equity, public securities and investment management. I partner with senior leadership to modernize enterprise technology, strengthen resilience, and apply AI in ways that improve decision-making, reporting, and operating efficiency. My work spans enterprise IT, cyber risk, governance, and innovation, with a focus on translating technology strategy into measurable business value. I have led firmwide initiatives across cloud modernization, data platforms, AI enablement, and cybersecurity while building high-performing teams and supporting growth in high-trust environments. Core areas: Enterprise Technology Strategy | AI & Data Platforms | Cybersecurity | Digital Transformation | Risk & Governance | Private Equity | Investment Management

Skills

  • Business Alignment
  • Change Management
  • Cyber Risk Management

Additional experience

  • Director of Information Technology

    IPG

    July 1999 – June 2006

Education

  • Executive Certificate: Management and Leadership w/focus on AI, MIT Sloan School of Management
  • Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate, Harvard Extension School