Casey Johle
New Braunfels,Texas
Summary
Proven Leader: Over 25 years of Federal and private sector experience in Information Technology and cybersecurity, with 10+ years in federal and private industry personnel management. Cybersecurity Strategist: Expert in NIST 800-53 controls, FISMA compliance, and audit response processes, with a track record of reducing audit findings and improving security posture across VA systems. Innovative Problem Solver: Developed and implemented automation and process improvements that resulted in significant reductions in security vulnerabilities, improved compliance reporting, and enhanced operational efficiency. Effective Communicator: Consistently recognized for exceptional oral and written communication skills; experienced in briefing senior executives, including the VA CISO and Deputy Secretary, and creating standardized reporting frameworks. Program & Project Manager: Managed multi-million-dollar contracts and programs, delivering projects on time and within scope while aligning with organizational goals. Seasoned Director with background in strategic planning, team leadership, and performance optimization. Known for driving company growth by developing efficient operational strategies and fostering professional relationships. Demonstrated abilities in problem solving, decision making, and communication skills to influence key stakeholders. Proven record of delivering innovative solutions and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Enterprise Cybersecurity Strategy Program
Office of Information Security
New Braunfels, TX
06.2022 - Current
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to secure support and funding for key initiatives.
- Directed the Material Weakness Working Group (MWWG), overseeing remediation efforts that reduced OIG findings by 96%, and significantly improved compliance and risk posture across VA systems.
- Developed and deployed the Cyber Resiliency Scorecard (CRS) and Leadership Lens Dashboard, providing executives with real-time insights into system compliance and audit progress.
- Spearheaded the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) initiative, enabling consistent year-over-year reporting for OIG and FISMA audit responses
- Coordinated and drafted critical management responses for FISMA NFRs, ensuring consistent messaging to the OIG, Congress, and the OMB.
- Created Objectives and Key Results (OKR) for multiple CISO and CIO-level initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and measurable outcomes
- Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
- Led cross-functional teams in the development of innovative solutions to complex problems.
- Oversaw strategic planning and implementation to ensure organizational goals were met.
Senior Advisor to Chief Information Security Officer
Austin, TX
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Served as the agency's Information Protection Work Group (IPWG) action officer for the Information Technology Steering Committee (ITSC).
- Appointed as the Information System Security Manager (ISSM), as required by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), to VA eMASS ID # 1175 (OEHRM Joint EHR System).
- Coordinate Agency ATO, Reciprocity of VA EHRM Systems, and DoD EHRM Systems.
- Exclusive enterprise cybersecurity support to the Office of Electronic Health Record Modernization (OEHRM) is provided by directing VA OIS risk management framework (RMF) subject matter experts (SMEs) to support the authorization of EHRM Health IT (HIT) Systems.
- Allocate OEHRM-funded cybersecurity contractors to supplement limited VA OIS RMF SMEs, to ensure proper governance and oversight of the agency authorization process.
- Develop, maintain, and manage the VA OIS Joint EHR Cybersecurity Support services that include interagency cybersecurity compliance, requirements, objectives, and policies, cybersecurity personnel, and cybersecurity processes and procedures to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Healthcare Management Systems Modernization Program Management Office (DHMSM PMO) cybersecurity team in support of the Federal EHRM (FEHRM) Program Office.
- Ensure system owners and system stewards associated with DoD/VA EHRM Systems (IT products (IT-P), IT system (IS) and platform information technology (PIT)) comply with DoD Instruction (DoD) 8510.01 and VA Directive/Handbook 6500
- Works with interagency stakeholders on the identification, management, and remediation of Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs) for the Federal Enclave (MHS GENESIS)
- Responsible for coordinating EHRM Cybersecurity data calls and correspondence necessary to support DoD, DHA, DHMSM, VA, VHA, VBA, NCA, OI&T, OIG, Congressional Liaison Office, White House, GAO and other Federal and Commercial agencies
Director, Cybersecurity and Data Protection
Office of Electronic Health Record Modernization
Austin, TX
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Serve as the Director of Cybersecurity and Data Protection (CDP), and cybersecurity advisor to the OEHRM Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
- Responsible for the Information System Security Manager, as well as all functional and operational elements within the CDP Directorate, that included:
- Assessing program information risks and articulating information protection requirements.
- Specifying viable security designs and configurations that meet the information protection needs, as well as VA healthcare delivery operations.
- Advising health information technology (IT) service providers in implementing specified security and privacy controls, and safeguards for the joint DoD/VA EHR system.
- Supporting continuous verification and validation (/ monitoring) of implemented security and privacy controls and safeguards for the joint DoD/VA EHR system
- Coordinating changes to the configuration baseline of the joint DoD/VA EHR system in a secure manner, with minimum impact on patient safety and VA healthcare delivery operations.
- Providing a safe and supportive learning environment for continuous improvement of service delivery quality and efficiency
Information Security Director (ISD), Region 1 and District 4
VA Field Security Service
Austin, TX
08.2010 - 10.2017
- Lead the cybersecurity program for 38+ VA medical centers across the Western U.S., Guam, and the Philippines, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and VA directives
- Led a diverse team of up to 15 direct reports and 70+ indirect reports, fostering collaboration, innovation, and high performance
- Managed and optimized contracts exceeding $5 million, delivering projects such as the travel portal, NIST controls wiki, and task management system for FSS
- Managed team to cut privileged accounts from over 250,000 to below 15,000.
Deputy Director, Data Center Support Division
VA Field Security Service
Austin, TX
09.2008 - 08.2010
- Directed information security programs for all National Data Centers (NDCs) across the U.S.
- Supervised National Data Center ISOs, and coordinated certification and accreditation activities for NDCs.
- Led security evaluations, audits, and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to VA policies and federal regulations.
- Collaborated with IT staff, system owners, and security professionals to strengthen data center security.
Primary Information Security Officer
VA Financial Services Center
Austin, TX
10.2005 - 09.2008
- Managed the Information Security Program and all security projects for the Financial Services Center (FSC).
- Led certification and accreditation efforts, and served as a security consultant for Franchise Fund organizations.
- Mentored and managed a security team, while distributing workload and tracking remediation activities.
- Reviewed all FSC contractual documents for security compliance, and advised the FSC Director on security issues.
Desktop Support Team Lead/Security Administrator
VA Financial Services Center
Austin, TX
12.2004 - 10.2005
- Led a team of helpdesk technicians supporting over 500 desktops at FSC
- Managed security systems, including LANDesk Security Suite, McAfee ePO, SNORT, Tripwire, and custom auditing tools
- Implemented OpenNMS network management solution on Fedora Linux
Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG) Legal Specialist
U.S. Army
, Worldwide
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Served in a supervisory position for three of four years
- Advised commanders on Geneva Convention, Rules of Engagement, and the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)
- Investigated and prepared appeal documents, non-judicial punishments, and court-martial charges
Education
Bachelor of Computer Systems Management -
St. Edward’s University
Austin, TX12.2004
Skills
- Visionary leadership
- Risk management
- Process improvement
- Program management
- Team building
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Strategies and goals
- Problem-solving
- ServiceNow
- MS Project
- MS Planner
- NIST 800-53
- FISMA
- FISCAM
- RMF
- DISA STIGs
Awards
- Consistently rated Outstanding
- European Command (EUCOM) Legal Specialist of the Year (1999)
- Army Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and Two Army Commendation Medals
References
Available upon request.
Military Experience
Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG) Legal Specialist, U.S. Army, Worldwide, 01/01/97, 12/31/01, Served in a supervisory position for three of four years., Advised commanders on Geneva Convention, Rules of Engagement, and the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)., Investigated and prepared appeal documents, non-judicial punishments, and court-martial charges.
Notable Accomplishments
- Material Weakness Remediation: Coordinated efforts that improved security compliance from 58.5% to over 80% in critical systems and got 3 significant deficiencies removed from OIG findings for the first time.
- Automation & Process Improvement: Reduced aged vulnerabilities by 90% through the Enterprise Vulnerability Management Program.
- Audit Response Excellence: Developed the Enterprise Audit Strategic Plan and standardized Pre-Built Configuration (PBC) reviews, reducing OIG findings by identifying and avoiding 1,000+ deficiencies.
- Cybersecurity Leadership: Facilitated bi-weekly MWWG meetings and escalated blockers to leadership for decision-making, ensuring continuous progress on remediation efforts.
Timeline
Director, Enterprise Cybersecurity Strategy Program
Office of Information Security
06.2022 - Current
Senior Advisor to Chief Information Security Officer
08.2020 - 06.2022
Director, Cybersecurity and Data Protection
Office of Electronic Health Record Modernization
10.2017 - 08.2020
Information Security Director (ISD), Region 1 and District 4
VA Field Security Service
08.2010 - 10.2017
Deputy Director, Data Center Support Division
VA Field Security Service
09.2008 - 08.2010
Primary Information Security Officer
VA Financial Services Center
10.2005 - 09.2008
Desktop Support Team Lead/Security Administrator
VA Financial Services Center
12.2004 - 10.2005
Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG) Legal Specialist
U.S. Army
01.1997 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Computer Systems Management -
St. Edward’s University
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