Justin Clark
Lawrenceburg,KY
Summary
As an award-winning Chief Information Security Officer, I bring a wealth of expertise and recognition as one of the Top 40 Cyber Security Leaders Worldwide under the age of 40. My forward-thinking leadership and strategic vision have been instrumental in advancing cybersecurity initiatives within high-profile organizations. With a proven track record of developing robust security architectures and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, I leverage cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to mitigate risks and protect vital assets. My commitment to excellence is underscored by a history of successful cross-functional team leadership, incident response coordination, and the establishment of best-in-class cybersecurity practices. My role as a thought leader in the security community is fortified by my dedication to innovation, education, and the advancement of cyber resilience on a global scale customers, employees, and brands by embedding security and compliance considerations in all decision-making processes. To further enhancements in organization's security posture and risk management endeavors.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Information Security Manager (CISO)
Beretta Holding Group
Accokeek, MD
12.2021 - Current
- Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision.
- Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
- Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to support and network operations.
- Played key role in on-going network design, reevaluation and optimization to keep pace with company growth.
- Analyzed network security and current infrastructure to assess areas in need of improvement and develop solutions.
- Reviewed and assessed architecture design, implementation, testing and deployment needs to identify project requirements and costs.
- Led and assisted technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Communicated regularly with leadsership concerning data exchange and technology integration.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Monitored confidential company data and mitigated hacking through network systems updates.
- Built relationships and fostered effective communication with legal personnel to conduct practical investigations.
- Managed anonymous online and phone-call tips, implementing uncovered information into investigation processes to solve cases.
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
- Developed plans to safeguard computer files against modification, destruction, or disclosure.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities. Using NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, PCI, SOC 2, GDPR Frameworks,
Interim Chief Information Security Officer
Brightspring Health
Louisville, KY
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Supported network and system administration by performing server maintenance.
- Supported infrastructure readiness for existing programs.
- Implemented and tracked new network designs and modifications.
- Delivered exiting infrastructure replacements for lifecycle program.
- Designed and evaluated WAN and LAN connectivity technologies.
- Diagnosed and executed resolution for network and server issues.
- Set up hardware and software in optimal configurations to meet network performance requirements.
- Established measures, metrics, thresholds and targets to drive performance in alignment with security and other business strategies.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Implemented security measures to reduce threats and damage related to cyber attacks.
- Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
- Administered and monitored firewalls, intrusion detection systems and anti-virus software to detect risks.
- Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision.
- Promoted enterprise-level risk management practices and helped instill strong culture focused on protective policies and procedures.
- Assisted with minimizing risk exposure by reviewing claim validity and viability against coverage standards.
- HITRUST, HIPPA Frameworks.
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
LHC Group
Louisville, KY
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Implemented necessary controls and procedures to protect information system assets from intentional or inadvertent modification, disclosure or destruction.
- Authored security and vulnerability reports, detailing logged incursions and suggesting remediation efforts.
- Worked with teams to develop company-wide information assurance, security standards and procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to regulations such as HITRUST, HIPPA
- Installed and maintained commercial firewall solution, working with security vendors to consistently apply best practices and software updates.
- Coordinated with third-party security information and event management (SIEM) providers to maintain protections and predict threats.
- Developed and maintained company-wide endpoint security solutions.
- Created standardized incident response program to outline immediate and consistent remediation of security breaches.
- Selected appropriate intrusion detection system solutions for implementation at facilities.
Regional Director of Information Technology
CENTRIA
Frankfort, KY
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Analyzed department and job-related functionality requirements to align technology priorities with business needs.
- Developed and implemented technical application support and information technology policies and procedures that advanced investment needs, outcomes and performance measurements to balance continuous innovation with responsible risk-taking.
- Developed, tracked and controlled information technology operating budgets and cost and benefit analyses for IT spending initiatives.
- Performed regular audits and tests of infrastructure and applications.
- Documented and analyzed processes and procedures and adhered to regulatory guidance.
- Deployed, monitored and maintained system installation, upgrades and network integration.
- Prioritized framework to evaluate technology and regulate communication with business stakeholders.
- Stayed abreast of technology advancements, emerging standards and IS regulations to meet strategic technology goals.
- Developed and maintained service level agreements for strategic applications and measured performance against objectives.
- Implemented, created and tested disaster recovery and business continuity plans and maintained appropriate back-up system.
- Fostered positive working environment that encouraged innovation, collaboration and accountability and managed end-user needs with functional and security responsibilities.
- Defined cloud architecture for both hybrid and non-hybrid cloud solutions.
- Recommended design changes to production systems in response to changing business process, capacity, risks and performance requirements.
- Developed specifications, drawings and engineering artifacts and reports.
- Provided architectural leadership and guidance to technical teams to deliver robust, highly scalable and cost-effective solutions.
- Collaborated with development and operations teams to develop practical automation solutions and custom modules.
- Provided solution designs to meet system strategies, capabilities and technologies and to respond to current and future business requirements.
- Identified and remediated single points of failure and security risks.
- Spearheaded and led major network installation and upgrade project.
- Researched and recommended network products, services, protocols and standards for network development.
- Planned implementation of network enhancements and upgrades.
- Diagnosed network problems involving combination of hardware, software, power and communications issues.
- Led meetings with departmental managers to review project status, propose changes and draft action plans.
- Installed, supported and maintained company hardware and software infrastructure according to best practices.
- Collaborated with teams in disaster planning, network backup and recovery process monitoring.
- Visited sites periodically to view service levels and adherence to global service standards.
Technical Support Engineer
Apple
Austin, TX
10.2014 - 09.2017
- Explained technical information in clear terms to promote better understanding for non-technical users.
- Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Provided guidance on installing and integrating new hardware components and software to remote clients.
- Performed root cause analysis of reported issues to enact corrections.
- Advised senior personnel on potential process improvements to increase support quality and expedite ticket fulfillment.
- Met with team personnel to share details of discovered issues and recurrent custom complaints.
- Served as primary point of contact for support relating to owned solutions and products.
- Maintained response times to support business continuity.
- Updated and maintained current customer support database.
- Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
- Documented faults and bugs for referral to development staff for use in updates.
Director of Information Technology
WC Computer Solutions
Winchester, KY
02.2006 - 10.2014
- Analyzed department and job-related functionality requirements to align technology priorities with business needs.
- Developed and implemented technical application support and information technology policies and procedures that advanced investment needs, outcomes and performance measurements to balance continuous innovation with responsible risk-taking.
- Developed, tracked and controlled information technology operating budgets and cost and benefit analyses for IT spending initiatives.
- Performed regular audits and tests of infrastructure and applications.
- Stayed abreast of technology advancements, emerging standards and IS regulations to meet strategic technology goals.
- Prioritized framework to evaluate technology and regulate communication with business stakeholders.
- Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
- Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to support and network operations.
- Led and assisted technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Played key role in on-going network design, reevaluation and optimization to keep pace with company growth.
Education
Master of Science - Information Systems And Information Security
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Information Technology
Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY12.2015
Skills
- Personnel Oversight
- Remediation Systems
- Active Listening
- Confidential Data Protection
- NIST Security Standards
- Computer Forensics
- Network Architecture Design
- Vendor Management System Software
- Risk Management Assessments
- Risk System
- Stakeholder Communications
- Security Assessments
- Operations Security
- Cybersecurity Frameworks
- Current Trends
- Performance Improvement
- Status Updates
- Firewall Software
- Systems Evaluation
- Team Meetings
- Security Metrics
- Vulnerability Analysis
- Security Monitoring
- Storage Systems
- G-Suite
- MS Office
- Critical Thinking
- Security Policy Creation
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Penetration Testing
- Security Architecture Design
- Network Security Implementation
- Incident Response Planning
- IoT Security Management
- Vendor Risk Management
- Artificial Intelligence Security
- Digital Forensics Capabilities
- Cybersecurity Strategy Development
- Security Awareness Training
- Identity and Access Management
- Compliance Management
- Incident Response
- Patch management
- Intrusion Detection
- Microsoft Hyper-V Server
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Named Top 40 Cyber Security Leaders Under Age 40 Worldwide.
Timeline
Information Security Manager (CISO)
Beretta Holding Group
12.2021 - Current
Interim Chief Information Security Officer
Brightspring Health
04.2021 - 10.2021
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
LHC Group
12.2019 - 05.2021
Regional Director of Information Technology
CENTRIA
08.2017 - 12.2019
Technical Support Engineer
Apple
10.2014 - 09.2017
Director of Information Technology
WC Computer Solutions
02.2006 - 10.2014
Master of Science - Information Systems And Information Security
University of The Cumberlands
Bachelor of Arts - Information Technology
Kentucky State University