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Amber Winthers

Amber Winthers

Denver,CO

Summary

Data and results driven executive with 10 years of experience leading organizations to exceptional growth and compliance. Known for crafting and executing strategic initiatives that drive operational efficiency, market expansion, and sustainable compliance programs. Adept at building high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation, communication, and strong stakeholder relationships.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
3
3

Certifications

Work History

Director of Compliance

Broadnet Teleservices
Denver, CO
12.2021 - Current
  • Interpret and implement practices related to federal, state, local regulations, and licensing standards (FedRAMP, NIST, SOC2, PCI, HIPAA).
  • Facilitate the establishment of timelines, dashboards, and benchmarks for initiatives, keeping executive leaders informed of progress and obstacles.
  • Ensure organizational alignment in the design and execution of initiatives across digital and non-digital teams.
  • Established internal controls and processes to support compliance through project management and engagement of key stakeholders.
  • Analyzed data to provide insights and recommendations for mitigating conduct risk.
  • Created and managed action plans to mitigate audit discoveries and compliance concerns.
  • Planned and executed compliance audits to check company policies, procedures and controls.
  • Worked successfully to reduce operating expenses by 8%.

Cybersecurity Program Manager / Local Area Security Officer

Arapahoe County Government
Denver, CO
04.2019 - 12.2021
  • Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources.
  • Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of the program initiatives.
  • Collaborated with teams across departments and organizations to develop effective strategies for executing cybersecurity programs.
  • Facilitated workshops designed to educate stakeholders about best practices for managing programs successfully.
  • Organized events such as conferences or seminars aimed at promoting awareness around specific topics relevant to the organization's mission statement.
  • Oversaw program compliance with requirements, schedule and budget.
  • Created tactical relationships with teams to propel projects and attain results.
  • Audited operations and processes to enhance brand and manage compliance.

Information Security Analyst

EROS Data Center – US Geological Survey, SGT Inc Contractor
Sioux Falls, SD
03.2017 - 04.2019
  • Developed cybersecurity Incident Response Playbooks to protect and maintain the US Government multi-million-dollar satellite projects
  • Conducts security evaluations, audits and reviews for government facilities
  • Develops system compliance documentation aligned with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards
  • Evaluates security configurations on tools used to increase productivity and efficiencies
  • Acts as technical liaison between contract personnel and projects
  • Collaborates on web security scanning and vulnerability remediation with various DOI USGS Projects
  • Formulates and implements plans, practices, and procedures to minimize vulnerabilities
  • Reports on metrics to gauge effectiveness of the compliance activities
  • Advises on the overall status of Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M's) and other associated remediation plans and exceptions

Director of Education

SBS Cybersecurity
Madison, SD
05.2014 - 03.2017
  • Establish and implement policies, goals, objectives, and procedures to ensure secure practices
  • Direct and coordinate departments financial and budget activities to fund operations and increase efficiency by 15%
  • Develop materials in conjunction with FFIEC federally regulated guidelines
  • Coordinate activities to increase security awareness and cybersecurity readiness
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of the education department, including staff supervision and training.
  • Analyzed data from test scores, surveys, and other sources to evaluate program effectiveness.

Education

Master of Science - Information Assurance And Computer Security

Dakota State University
Madison, SD
12.2017

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Technology

Dakota State University
Madison, SD
12.2014

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing

Dakota State University
Madison, SD
01.2014

Associate of Science - Business Management

Dakota State University
Madison, SD
12.2012

Skills

  • Risk Management & Analysis
  • Internal Controls & Audits
  • Policy Analysis
  • Training and Presentations
  • Compliance Reviews
  • Project Management
  • Reporting Requirements
  • Controls Evaluations
  • Regulatory Compliance Oversight
  • Audits Management
  • Process Development
  • Public Speaking
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

  • 2015, Certified Banking Security Manager
  • 2017, Certified Banking Security Executive
  • 2017, Certified Banking Business Continuity Professional
  • 2018, InfraGard Member
  • 2019, ITIL4 Certification Obtained
  • 2020, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • 2020, NACo Enterprise Cybersecurity Leadership

Timeline

Director of Compliance

Broadnet Teleservices
12.2021 - Current

Cybersecurity Program Manager / Local Area Security Officer

Arapahoe County Government
04.2019 - 12.2021

Information Security Analyst

EROS Data Center – US Geological Survey, SGT Inc Contractor
03.2017 - 04.2019

Director of Education

SBS Cybersecurity
05.2014 - 03.2017

Master of Science - Information Assurance And Computer Security

Dakota State University

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Technology

Dakota State University

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing

Dakota State University

Associate of Science - Business Management

Dakota State University

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