Responsible for the design, execution, and oversight of the company's information security program and its associated controls and processes. Collaborates with Privacy, Legal, management, and other internal stakeholders to identify, manage, and minimize risk within the enterprise.+ Managed the secure divestiture of business divisions that housed the majority of the enterprise's information technology assets/infrastructure.+ Established the first-ever independent, operational Information Security and Network Engineering functions for the company, designing and implementing the necessary controls, processes, and architecture elements. + Led safeguards for a comprehensive data, process, and technology approach during the acquisition of Nutrisystem, an acquisition which doubled the company’s size. (from $600M to $1.1B). Led the security aspects of combined operations as well as the eventual divestiture activities.

Responsible for the execution, maintenance, and oversight of the information security controls and processes for the Company's largest division.

+ Led all aspects of a comprehensive Information Security Program; covers administrative, technical, and physical controls, as well as budgetary analysis and management.+ Created and implemented enterprise-wide risk assessments and security controls testing (HIPAA/NIST/ISO/PCI-focused; includes external vulnerability scanning).+ Developed and presented technical security solutions for clients (network infrastructure, Cloud/SaaS, and server/desktop levels).+ Established security governance documentation development and review processes (policies, standards, and process documentation).+ Delivered client consultative support and relationship management from an information security and risk management perspective.+ Directed incident response investigation/remediation, process management, and reporting.+ Provided change management consultative support.+ Developed and maintained ongoing service relationships between Information Security and third party representatives.+ Administered and monitored infrastructure components and appliances related to information security.+ Oversaw enterprise-wide vulnerability assessment and patching, as well as endpoint computer/mobile device/printer administration and management.+ Supervised and provided guidance for Information Security & Endpoint Management staff.

+ Promoted to assume responsibility for system security assessment initiatives and Security Analysis team.+ Assisted with the successful integration of the Security Analysis group into the Risk Management department.+ Organized and directed data privacy control testing efforts for remote locations.+ Created, developed and implemented a comprehensive Risk Management assessment framework for all applications and data centers across the enterprise. + Expanded responsibility for additional service relationships between Risk Management/Information Security and a variety of business areas.+ Coordinated due diligence efforts from a risk management/security analysis perspective pertaining to prospective business applications and corporate partnerships.+ Supervised and provided guidance for security analysis staff.

+ Created, developed and implemented a comprehensive Information Security assessment program for internal systems and affiliates. + Completed Information Security assessments on business systems from the Electronic Funds Delivery, Healthcare, and other departments.+ Developed and maintained ongoing service relationships between Information Security and representatives from various business areas.+ Performed due diligence tasks pertaining to prospective business applications and corporate partnerships.+ Assisted business areas in the completion of their Information Classification tasks.

+ Completed Sarbanes-Oxley narrative and testing tasks at clients in the Financial, Healthcare, Insurance, Manufacturing, and Retail industries.+ Performed assessment tasks pertaining to Visa Payment Card Industry Data Security compliance for a national Retail client.+ Created multiple system security plans and performed risk assessments for clients, utilizing government-issued methodologies and meeting content requirements.+ Developed and performed a HIPAA Security risk assessment for a healthcare client.

+ Promoted to perform monitoring, auditing and tracking of corporate network, servers, physical security system logs and corporate data.+ Successfully identified and resolved security violations, utilizing network and computer forensics.+ Designated as primary IT Systems Department liaison for all corporate HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule efforts.+ Developed and implemented Alterra’s first data security policies/procedures.+ Performed product evaluations/introductions and report preparations and presentations.

+ Promoted to assume responsibility for computer support, hardware/software procurement, and Help Desk staff.+ Assigned as primary contact in MIS for end-user community.+ Partnered with Alterra Management Team to develop and maintain aggressive Service Level Agreements.+ Supervised and provided guidance for all levels of Help Desk staff.+ Responsible for developing vendor relationships, application administration, policy/procedure development, and IT system project management.

+ Responsible for installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network, computer software and hardware systems.+ Achieved top level assignment for supporting end-user customers.+ Collaborated with team members in evaluation, training and mentoring of Help Desk staff.+ Achieved management confidence in Executive computer maintenance, leading teams for major Alterra initiatives, and in performing network support responsibilities.

+ Performed on-air duties for multiple stations/formats/dayparts.+ Created, recorded, and produced client advertising for airplay.+ Expanded responsibilities to include installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network, computer software and hardware systems.+ Implemented on-air computer-based broadcasting software for multiple stations.+ Assisted Engineering staff with station relocation and general maintenance tasks.