Top 10 CISOs - 2022

Through the span of his career, Mr. Barnes has implemented and directed advanced global technologies and teams for the Fortune 500, as well as the USAF. As a Managing Principal for Lucent/INS, he developed and implemented information security program strategies, conducted security testing, and implemented standards and technologies for Exxon Mobil, Washington Mutual, Union Pacific, NCS Pearson, Williams Communications Group, State Farm and numerous others. While serving in the USAF, Mr. Barnes was tasked with implementation and management of classified command, control, communications, intelligence and cyber operations systems, including managing the first network security monitoring technologies ever deployed. He is a John L. Levitow leadership award winner, former Advisor to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Board, and current H-ISAC Board Vice Chair. He holds a B.S. in Information Technology, and an M.S. in Information Assurance from the NSA designated CAE in Cyber Operations at Northeastern University. He simultaneously maintained the CISSP & CISA designations for over 20 years, is a published security author, technical editor and patent holder.

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The Changing Facets in Enterprise Security Space
By: Greg Barnes, Global CISO at Amgen

“The sharpest tool in the information security staff tool bag is the mind... But to maximize its effect, we must learn to be at ease under pressure”

Alexander Schuchman is based out of New York City Metropolitan Area and works at Colgate Palmolive as Chief Information Security Officer. He has 20+ years of experience, leading analytics, CRM, architecture, mobile IT teams and currently leading the security program. Having joined Colgate-Palmolive as his second job out of college, Alex has seen the company transition over the past two decades and the growth within the information security program. Taking the reins as CISO last April, he has quickly made an impact on the organization – revamping from an MSSP approach to building a team from within; bringing in his experience of running an incubator to the role; using storytelling to engage with the board; and building an internship program to help with talent.

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A Deep Dive into Security and Vulnerability Management

By: Alexander Schuchman, Chief Information Security Officer, Colgate-Palmolive

"There has been a large growth in the end point security and cloud security providers"

A successful Global Chief Information Security Officer and Technology Business Leader in public and private sectors - has held successive positions of corporate oversight for international Fortune 200 firms in Defense, Aerospace, Manufacturing, IT Services, Business Process Outsourcing, Biotechnology and Life Sciences markets. Mark has also held numerous P&L positions delivering a broad portfolio of information and cybersecurity management services and solutions to federal government and global commercial clients. Mark is also considered a thought leader in cybersecurity and often sought out as a speaker or presenter for various venues and summits. Mark is always open to board opportunities for non-profits and for-profits alike. Specialties: Corporate Leadership; Strategy & Governance; Policy & Planning; Project Management; Change Management, Cybersecurity; IT Security; Enterprise Security Risk Management.

 

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Navigating the Changing Cybersecurity Landscape
By: Mark Leary, VP & CISO, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

“The IT industry is evolving at a rapid pace. Consequently, we as security professionals need to align ourselves and our policies according to the changing tides”

Yonesy Núñez is the Chief Information Security Officer of Jack Henry & Associates (Jack Henry). In this role, he is responsible for ensuring effective business and information security alignment. Together with his team, he promotes and inculcates innovative information security risk management with the aim to protect the company’s data, client information, and associated assets.

Prior to joining Jack Henry, Núñez was the Cybersecurity Technology Executive for Commercial, Corporate and Investment Banking, Wealth & Investment Management, and International Relations at Wells Fargo. Earlier in his career, he was the Group Information Security Officer for Citi’s Corporate Center Businesses where he helped promote business objectives by aligning information security risk management as a business differentiator. Núñez was also the Practice Leader for PwC’s Philly Metro IT Risk & Security Assurance Practice; Chief Information Security Officer at The New School; and Chief Information Security Officer at Pall Corporation, where he introduced the first holistic global information security, IT governance, and compliance programs.

He is the Risk Management Committee Chair and serves on the Board of Trustees for the Darrow School; STEM Advisory Board member for Mercy College; Strategic Advisory Board member for the International Consortium of Minority Cybersecurity Professionals (ICMCP); and President Emeritus and co-founder of the Long Island, New York Infragard Chapter.

Núñez holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Computer Information Systems from Manhattan College in New York, a Master of Science in Information Systems Engineering from The New York University Tandon School of Engineering, and a doctorate in Computing from Pace University. He holds numerous industry certifications including Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); and Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT). Núñez has also been recognized on the Hispanic IT Executives Council’s Top 100 Most Influential Hispanic Leaders in Technology list. He currently resides in Allentown, Pennsylvania with his wife, son, and daughter.

 

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Ways to Thrive in the Ever-Evolving Cybersecurity Landscape

By: Yonesy Núñez, the Chief Information Security Officer at Jack Henry™

“You can't effectively prioritize vulnerabilities if you don't know how they interact with your environment. For this reason, asset management is critical to vulnerability management”

Sydney Klein serves as Chief Information Security Officer for Bristol Myers Squibb, a global biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. In addition to this role, she is a member of the CEO’s Global Diversity and Inclusion Council, the executive sponsor of the IT Diversity and Inclusion Council, and the executive sponsor for the local LGBTA People and Business Resource Group chapter. Sydney has over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity. Prior to joining Bristol Myers Squibb, she served as Vice President of Cyber at Capital One Financial where she led programs including Line of Business Information Security Officers, Information Assurance Third-Party Management, Application Security, Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards, and Cyber Incident Management. Sydney received her B.S. in Integrated Science and Technology from James Madison University with a double concentration in Information Knowledge Management and Health Systems. She holds the Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification.

Rich Agostino is a Senior Vice President and the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Target. In this role, he leads Target’s global Cybersecurity team to protect the company, team members, and guests from cybercriminals and fraudsters. Target deploys a proactive threat-driven strategy that leverages advanced in-house experts and capabilities, 24×7 Cyber Fusion Center operations, and innovative custom-developed solutions. Rich joined Target in 2014 and played a pivotal role in fostering a strong security culture through Target’s technology transformation. Prior to Target, he held executive roles in Information Security at General Electric across a global portfolio of businesses and industries. Rich is passionate about inspiring and diversifying the next generation of cyber professionals. He’s long been a champion for career development programs both at Target and in the broader security community. Rich serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for the Retail & Hospitality ISAC and is a member of the PCI Security Standards Council Board of Advisors and Google’s CISO Advisory Board.

Rob Suárez is a cybersecurity and privacy professional in the medical device and healthcare IT industry. At BD, Rob serves as Chief Information Security Officer and oversees cybersecurity across the company’s enterprise, IT and manufacturing systems. Rob currently chairs the Cybersecurity Steering Committee for the Medical Device Innovation Consortium and the Cybersecurity Working Group for AdvaMed. He was also one of three leaders to co-chair the public-private Healthcare and Public Health Sector Coordinating Council (HSCC) Med Tech Cybersecurity Risk Management Task Group that issued the seminal Medical Device and Healthcare information Technology Joint Security Plan (JSP) in 2019. Becton, Dickinson and Company, better known as BD, is one of the largest global medical technology companies and works to advance the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care.

Rich Baich is a skilled business executive and recognized security leader with extensive information security, risk management, privacy and technology deployment experience. Rich is a collaborative leader with global experience building high-performing teams in corporate, government, professional services and military environments. He is a strategist with the proven ability to balance risk management while developing, improving and implementing information security strategies and culture. He has broad business knowledge of market technology, security, and industry trends; in-depth understanding of the corporate and IT strategies required to meet these emerging challenges. Rich Baich is the Executive Vice President / Chief Information Security Officer, Wells Fargo & Co. In 2005, Rich authored Winning as a CISO a leadership sourcebook for security executives. He received the "Information Security Executive of the Year in Georgia" award in 2004 for his security and pioneering leadership. He was selected as an advisor for the President’s Commission on Cybersecurity in 2010.

Ricardo’s career has encompassed over 16 years of senior level technical, management and consultative positions in government, health care, educational, financial services and legal services. Ricardo has architected innovative and successful incident management, risk management, application security programs, data protection policies and cloud security vendor assessment and frameworks. Proven leadership, project management, mentor, negotiation, and problem-solving skills demonstrated throughout his career. The Kraft Heinz Company, commonly known as Kraft Heinz, is an American multinational food company formed by the merger of Kraft Foods and Heinz co-headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Kraft Heinz Company is led by a world class Board of Directors and proven business leaders with an unparalleled record for performance. We are committed to investing in world-class brands and long-term value creation. The Kraft Heinz Company has significant synergy opportunities with a strong platform for organic growth in North America, as well as global expansion, by combining Kraft's brands with Heinz's international platform.

Michael Leahy, CISSP is CISO at A. O. Smith Corporation and is MBA with 20+ years’ experience leading cyber-risk and security programs, developing highly effective teams, contributing expert analysis, strategic planning, and resource management. Oversee mitigation initiatives that reduce risk of security breaches, protect brand reputation, and earn customer confidence. Enhance value of existing programs through personal development, continuous process improvement, and integration of technical solutions as bridge between IT and our business partners. A. O. Smith Corporation is an American manufacturer of both residential and commercial water heaters and boilers and the largest manufacturer and marketer of water heaters in North America. It also supplies water treatment products in the Asian market.