With over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity, privacy, and IT, I lead Abnormal Security's internal security, privacy, and IT functions as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Abnormal Security is a fast-growing AI-native security company built to stop the most advanced phishing, BEC, and social engineering attacks. My mission is to guide organizations to solve complex business issues from strategy through execution while mitigating risks and complying with regulatory and business requirements. I have a proven record of building cross-functional relationships that enable consistent achievement of growth targets and delivering value to customers and stakeholders. I possess technical expertise in a wide range of technologies and systems, and the ability to translate complicated IT issues to executives and board members. I am also an inspirational mentor who can form and lead dynamic teams of high-performing leaders and technical experts in competitive marketplaces. I am a Council Member at Forbes Technology Council and an Advisory Board Member at Relyance AI and Balbix, and Dazz, where I share my insights and best practices on cybersecurity, privacy, and IT. I hold several certifications, including CISSP, CIPP, and GCFE, and I have an MBA in Information Assurance from the University of Dallas. I am passionate about advancing the cybersecurity and privacy profession and fostering a culture of trust and innovation.
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Chief Information OfficerAbnormal AiPlano, Tx, Us
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Chief Information OfficerAbnormal Security Oct 2024 - PresentSan Francisco, California, UsLeading Abnormal's company-wide AI strategy and steering our growth as a market leader in AI.Focused on integrating AI not only into our products but also into the core of our operations to enhance efficiency, productivity, and innovation.In addition to advancing AI initiatives, I oversee our security and compliance functions. Ensure our enterprise stays resilient against cyber threats and meets the highest standards of integrity that our customers, investors, and shareholders expect. -
Chief Information Security OfficerAbnormal Security Apr 2021 - Nov 2024San Francisco, California, UsLead Abnormal's internal security, privacy and IT functions by establishing a comprehensive program that includes security operations, including SOC, governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), policies/standards, training/awareness, identity and access management, product and cloud security, and end-user and back office technology.Successfully obtained the company's first ISO27001 certification as well as maintained SOC2 Type II, CAIQ Level 1, and UK IASME Cyber Essentials Plus certification. As head of IT, onboarded and supported a remote-first global workforce that has grown 6x during my tenure. Established a Customer Trust program that enables customers to easily obtain policies, artifacts and reports detailing Abnormal's commitment to high standards in its security, compliance and privacy practices.Serve as the head of privacy including the company's Data Protection Officer (DPO).Key input and resource in Abnormal's future product roadmap and ensuring product security across the SaaS platform.Regularly meet with customers, prospective customers and media to be an ambassador for Abnormal Security and a thought leader in the community.
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Council MemberForbes Technology Council Jan 2022 - PresentBoston, Ma, UsCouncil Member at Forbes Technology Council -
Advisory Board MemberRelyance Ai Oct 2021 - PresentSan Francisco, Ca, Us -
Advisory Board MemberBalbix Jan 2021 - PresentSan Jose, Ca, Us -
Global Chief Security Officer / Chief Privacy OfficerAlliance Data Nov 2019 - Apr 2021Columbus, Ohio, Us -
Vice President, Chief Information Security OfficerAlliance Data Aug 2015 - Nov 2019Columbus, Ohio, Us
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Sr. Director, It Governance & Corporate Information SecurityAlliance Data Nov 2013 - Aug 2015Columbus, Ohio, UsSenior leader for the company's IT Governance and Corporate Information Security programs. Additional roles during this tenure included responsibility for leading the organization's project management office (PMO) as well as the IT infrastructure team. Notable accomplishments included:•Led $35M IT infrastructure and operations function with 40+ employees and 100+ contractors. • Negotiated and executed a $30M enterprise software renewal involving cross-business stakeholders.• Increased email availability to 99.99% and reduced expenses by $750K by migrating 12,000 mailboxes to Office365.• Reduced IT expenses by 20% by leveraging managed services and data center consolidation.• Directed Project Management Office (PMO) in successfully completing major initiatives, including ERP upgrades.
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Director, It Compliance And Global AuditAlliance Data Jul 2011 - Nov 2013Columbus, Ohio, UsBuilt, directed, and improved the global technology compliance team at Alliance Data. Transformed SOX compliance to include rigorous testing, audit management, and reduced duplicative testing and increased reliance upon the company's work papers by external auditors resulting in over $250k savings. Conducted compliance and security due diligence for M&A, as well as, key leader to ensure acquired entities were SOX compliant during year one of acquisition.Led global audits with a team of auditors responsible for public company financial and operational audits, including FCPA, Ethics, SEC Reporting, and executive T&E. Conducted technical and compliance audits covering HIPAA, PCI, SOX, and corporate technology.
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It Audit ManagerAlliance Data Aug 2005 - Jun 2011Columbus, Ohio, UsManage for audit schedule that included PCI-DSS audits, deep technical audits and automated testing of controls. Audits focused on banking regulations, mainframe, Active Directory, applications, and compliance to the company's security policy. Responsible for assessing and consulting with Epsilon (subsidiary) on the successful completion of their first ISO 27001 certification.
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Senior Systems EngineerIbm Global Services Jan 2005 - Aug 2005Armonk, New York, Ny, UsResponsible for all security related to the global organization's Windows and Active Directory environment. Responsible for managing and architecting security requirements in group policy as well as supporting the organization's European and Asian server environments. -
Senior Information Security AnalystVf Corporation Apr 1999 - Dec 2004Denver, Co, UsHandled all aspects of global information security for VFC including: email, network, operating system, physical security and application. Deployed company's first web-filtering technology as well as a full IPS/IDS rollout. Primary security lead for M&A integration work covering 5+ major acquisitions including transition all user account security as well as Active Directory domain consolidation of the acquired entities. -
Security AnalystMci Communications Oct 1996 - Apr 1999Washington, Dc, UsResponsible for RACF security administration across 7 datacenters and 900k+ users. Primary liaison and project manager for all MCI's technology division internal audits. Coordinated audit responses, and meetings with auditors and ensure the timely tracking and resolution of audit findings. Create a continuous testing program to ensure findings did not relapse into repeat findings.
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Mike B. Education Details
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The University Of DallasInformation Assurance -
University Of Mary WashingtonPolitical Science
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