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With over 20 years of experience in security governance, risk, compliance, and infrastructure, I am a performance-driven security professional who leads the global security program at Qurate Retail Group, a leading multi-brand, multi-channel retailer. I am passionate about aligning security risk management with business objectives and delivering effective and efficient security solutions to protect the company's assets, customers, and reputation.As the Director of Cybersecurity Strategy & Architecture, I manage a team of security architects and engineers who design, implement, and maintain the security infrastructure and controls across the enterprise. I hold several industry-recognized certifications, including CISSP, GISP, and GCIH, and have proven experience in managing global, coordinated response to cyber security events, conducting compliance and audit assessments, and negotiating contracts with vendors and service providers. I communicate persuasively with technical staff, management, and business leaders regarding security risk and controls.
Qurate Retail Group
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Director, Cybersecurity Strategy And ArchitectureQurate Retail GroupWest Chester, Pa, Us -
Director, Cybersecurity Strategy & ArchitectureQurate Retail Group Mar 2020 - Present -
Manager, Cybersecurity ArchitectureQurate Retail Group Apr 2019 - PresentWest Chester, Pennsylvania -
It Security ArchitectQurate Retail Group Feb 2016 - Apr 2019West Chester, Pa -
Chief Security OfficerGodiva Chocolatier Jun 2012 - Jan 2016o Implemented Application Whitelisting for 400+ retail point of sale systemso Lead disk encryption design and implementation in less than 45 days to 1200 laptops globallyo Led Global Vulnerability Management program for all mobile computers and data center serverso Implemented Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) on Windows Server systems in less than 30 days and incorporated IPS into new system build procedureso Developed Security Awareness newsletters, posters, and incident training to advise Retail and Corporate employees on confidential and sensitive data handling best practices.o Lead incident handler responsible for coordinating Forensic Investigators, Human Resources, Public Communications, Legal Team, and Executive Management responseo Led multiple initiatives to restore Godiva Chocolatier PCI DSS Compliance within 90 days. Implemented PCI Compliance monthly dashboard to communicate risk and compliance status to Executives, Management, and Staff. -
Senior Network Security EngineerBrenntag North America Jul 2007 - Jun 2012Responsible for managing, monitoring, designing, deploying all facets of Brenntag IT infrastructure and securityo Developed cost-savings initiative and risk assessment related to recurring maintenance agreements for infrastructure systems and software resulting in $50,000 savings achieved by streamlining and consolidating vendor/partner service and maintenance agreements.o Project manager responsible for designing and implementing solution to deliver internet connectivity and fault tolerance via site-to-site VPN redundancy from 125 remote locations throughout North America within 90 days.o Designed and deployed Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) in conjunction with ten 4400 and 5500 series Wireless LAN Controllers to support 400+ wireless access points across all North America locations increasing wireless security and eliminating rogue access point threatso Designed and deployed Websense Security Suite providing internet security threat mitigation, malware threat defense, and web content caching. Security solution provided compliance reporting as well as reducing wide-area network recurring costs by $150,000 per year. -
Network EngineerCarpenter Technology Mar 2005 - Jun 2007o Designed, planned, and implemented Checkpoint Firewall upgrade from stand-alone firewalls to load-balanced clustered management station with dual enforcement engines. Upgrade allowed Carpenter Technology to effectively manage VPN clients with desktop firewalls/policies, tighten perimeter security, improve integration with existing applications, and meet current industry security standardso Initiated review to improve global VoIP solutions implemented via Cisco IOS to support Carpenter Technology Corporation international global branch sales, distribution, and manufacturing locations resulting in savings more than$50,000/year in international calls in long distance charges and calling cards.o Responsible for the ordering, implementation, and post-install work of 12 Frame Relay circuits to remote branches via Cisco Routers improving line speeds, Quality of Service, and bandwidth management. This implementation paved the way for a future ERP installation and enhanced Internet/Intranet/VoIP connectivity between all offices and headquarters location. -
Network EngineerMack Trucks, Inc. Feb 2003 - Mar 2005o Project managed and implemented Mack Trucks Hagerstown Powertrain Facility complete network overhaul. This included 40 Cisco switch installs, complete re-wiring of the entire 5 million square foot facility, router upgrades and vast network performance tuningo Managed, coordinated and complete move of the Volvo Canada and Mack Canada Executive office move consolidation into a single location. This move included the installation and configuration of a Cisco 2600 router as well as 4 Cisco 2900 Gigabit switches, and cabling and connectivity for 300+ data/voice drops.o Managed and supported Mack Truck Inc. network consisting of 200+ Mack dealership sites, 3 Mack assembly plants, Mack World Headquarters, Mack Parts Distribution Centers, and training centers -
Principle EngineerBtg Inc Feb 1999 - Apr 2001Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Areao Designed network and security architecture to support 15 public schools, installing over 15 Cisco Routers and over 45 Cisco Switches and a Cisco PIX Firewall, implementing Frame Relay and OSPF to support Wide Area Network routingo Assigned Project Manager for Brunswick County Schools Wide Area Network infrastructure to design and implement over 1 million dollars in upgrades to bring their training and education program into the next century.o Performed network troubleshooting and network design as Senior Network Engineer for Wake County Public School Systems network consisting of over 120 Cisco Routers and over 200 Cisco Switches.
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Network EngineerUnited States Air Force Feb 1995 - Feb 1999o Designed and deployed U.S. Department of Defense prototype network backbones allowing classified IP traffic to be transmitted over unclassified networks using Motorola’s Network Encryption Systems and multiple vendors’ routers. o Implemented U.S. Department of Defense new Defense Messaging System (DMS) using MS NT/Exchange Servers, Cisco Routers, IDNX T1/T3 multiplexers, TSU’s, and workstations to bring communications to the forward operating combat unitso Configured and installed over 20 Cisco Routers during a 120-day period providing access to the DoD Secure Internet Protocol Router Network and Non-secure Internet Protocol Router Network.
Jim Bowman Education Details
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Bachelor Of Science In Organizational Security And Management -
Criminal Justice -
General Studies
Frequently Asked Questions about Jim Bowman
What company does Jim Bowman work for?
Jim Bowman works for Qurate Retail Group
What is Jim Bowman's role at the current company?
Jim Bowman's current role is Director, Cybersecurity Strategy and Architecture.
What schools did Jim Bowman attend?
Jim Bowman attended University Of Phoenix, Western International University, Community College Of The Us Air Force.
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