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Christopher Powers

Christopher Powers

Boca Raton

Summary

Dynamic IS Governance & Compliance Analyst with demonstrated success at JM Family Enterprises, specializing in regulatory compliance and audit facilitation. Expert in cross-functional collaboration and proficient in Microsoft Power BI, leading initiatives that enhance internal controls. Achieved substantial improvements in organizational governance and risk management, driving overall compliance effectiveness.

Work History

IS Governance & Compliance Analyst II

JM Family Enterprises, Inc.
Deerfield Beach
03.2024 - 02.2025
  • Provided end-to-end service in compliance program management and assurance, ensuring the organization remained aligned with regulatory standards.
  • Led assessments and control framework maturity evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
  • Communicated compliance initiatives across the enterprise, including SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 2 Type 2, MAR, NY DFS 500, HIPAA, and BANA.
  • Managed and maintained the GRC system of record, ensuring effective facilitation of audits and alignment of requests with audit requirements.
  • Supported senior management in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls, performing proactive control validations, and assisting with gap analysis
  • Supported the development of information security awareness through gamification of training programs and raised awareness of security and audit concepts across the organization
  • Created complex reports using Power Bi and applications to communicate critical information to senior leadership
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather evidence, test compliance, and assess adherence to external regulatory, contractual, and internal controls
  • Supported the implementation and maintenance of security, privacy, and IT controls frameworks while reviewing and updating IT policies, standards, and procedures
  • Facilitated IT audits and assessments, and managed the remediation of any findings.
  • Keeping up to date with government and industry standards to proactively identify emerging security standards and governance requirements.
  • Conducted periodic internal assessments for security risk and compliance as directed by leadership.

IS Governance & Compliance Analyst

JM Family Enterprises, Inc.
Deerfield Beach
02.2022 - 03.2024

Information Technology Auditor II

ADT
Boca Raton
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Carried out the vision and mission of Internal Audit to enhance and protect organizational value
  • Participated in audit and SOX Compliance planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
  • Participated in the execution of audit projects to ensure defined objectives are met, under supervision
  • Prepared work-papers in accordance with Internal Audit department standards
  • Assisted in evaluating the adequacy, effectiveness, and compliance of internal controls with corporate policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in identifying audit issues and root causes, and recommend improved internal controls and processes-es.
  • Participated in remediation efforts to ensure corrective action plans are sufficiently developed and implemented by the relevant business units
  • Ensured any changes identified through control testing are promptly communicated and properly documented in the Department GRC tool.
  • Participated in presenting clear and concise observations to Internal Audit management and operational management

Information Technology Auditor

ADT
Boca Raton
03.2020 - 09.2021

Lead Race and Sports Book Writer

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Las Vegas
10.2016 - 11.2017
  • Communicated and promoted sports betting options to customers and accept wagers within limits
  • Provided a high level of customer service while adhering to all rules and regulations set forth by the Nevada Gaming Control Board, and Title 31 regulations.s
  • Ensured all necessary paperwork/documentation is filled out accordingly to company policy and gaming control board standards
  • Answered all customer questions and resolve customer disputes/complaints
  • Responsible for all monetary values deposited and handling thereof

Lead Race and Sports Book Writer

Station Casinos, LLC
Las Vegas
10.2013 - 10.2016
  • Effectively communicated and promoted sports betting options to customers, ensuring compliance with gaming regulations and providing exceptional customer service
  • Handled all monetary values deposited, resolved customer disputes/complaints, and ensured all necessary paperwork/documentation was completed according to company policy and gaming control board standards

F-22A Integrated Avionics Specialist Journeyman

United States Air Force
Nellis AFB
02.2009 - 02.2013
  • Expertly troubleshot illusive radar system fail, narrowed to faulty frequency module and power converter module
  • Diagnosed Electronic warfare false track; quickly replaced compressive receiver module, solidified 100% 8-hr fix rate
  • Tackled previously unknown radar failure; narrowed to defective cable, saved $6M in parts and authored a Technical Order change
  • Worked alongside engineers; found wrongly programmed pilot data card
  • Saved USAF $74K in replacement parts
  • Awarded Air Force Achievement Medal and received Below the Zone award; promoted to Senior Airman 6 months ahead of time
  • Pinpointed Oxygen system leak, swapped damaged supply hardline, averted potential IFE/loss of aircraft/pilot hypoxia
  • Led Unit's electro-static discharge program; received a ZD pass aiding in first ever 100% rate for 57 AMXS during LCAP inspection

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Aeronautical/Aerospace Technology/Technician

Community College of The Air Force
North Las Vegas, NV
02.2009 - 02.2013

Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc - Cyber Security

Excelsior College
Albany, NY
01.2017 - 02.2020

Skills

  • Corporate governance
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Audit facilitation
  • Training development
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Project management
  • Internal auditing
  • Reporting skills
  • Compliance testing
  • Document examination
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • GRC management

Certification

  • CISM - (Scheduled Test Date June 2, 2025)
  • CompTIA Network+ N10-009
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals
  • Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming
  • IC3 Digital Literacy Certification
  • FCC General Radiotelephone Operators License with Radar Endorsement

Accomplishments

  • Associate of the Quarter, JM Family Enterprises.
  • Magna Cum Laude, Excelsior College.

Languages

English
Native language
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

RemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balancePaid time offWork from home optionPersonal development programsCareer advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsHealthcare benefits

Timeline

IS Governance & Compliance Analyst II

JM Family Enterprises, Inc.
03.2024 - 02.2025

IS Governance & Compliance Analyst

JM Family Enterprises, Inc.
02.2022 - 03.2024

Information Technology Auditor II

ADT
09.2021 - 02.2022

Information Technology Auditor

ADT
03.2020 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc - Cyber Security

Excelsior College
01.2017 - 02.2020

Lead Race and Sports Book Writer

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
10.2016 - 11.2017

Lead Race and Sports Book Writer

Station Casinos, LLC
10.2013 - 10.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Aeronautical/Aerospace Technology/Technician

Community College of The Air Force
02.2009 - 02.2013

F-22A Integrated Avionics Specialist Journeyman

United States Air Force
02.2009 - 02.2013
Christopher Powers