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Robert Cogmon
Cybersecurity Specialist
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Strategic Cybersecurity & Compliance Leader | PCI DSS v4.0 & HIPAA Specialist Results-driven cybersecurity executive with expertise in PCI DSS v4.0, HIPAA compliance, and risk management. Proven track record of implementing robust security measures, optimizing processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in leveraging GRC platforms and Lean Management principles to drive organizational excellence and mitigate risks. Core Competencies: PCI DSS v4.0 Implementation HIPAA Compliance GRC Framework Utilization Lean Management in IT Cross-functional Team Leadership Vulnerability Management
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
PCI DSS Internal Security Assessor
KitchenAid
Benton Harbor
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced PCI DSS compliance posture by 23% within 4 months, reducing potential fines by $1.5 million
- Slashed security incidents by 16% over 4 months, saving approximately $800,000 in potential breach costs
- Optimized PCI DSS v4.0 implementation, reducing compliance scope by 30% and cutting annual audit costs by $250,000.
Manager, Compliance and Risk Management
Homes for Independent Living
Las Vegas
03.2021 - 11.2023
- Achieved 97.6% adherence to industry regulations, averting potential fines of over $2 million
- Reduced compliance issues by 17%, saving $350,000 in annual remediation costs
- Boosted staff compliance with security policies by 30%, decreasing insider-related incidents by 25% and saving $200,000.
Director of Operations IT
Productive Members of Society
Las Vegas
08.2014 - 03.2021
- Increased system uptime by 20%, resulting in an estimated $1 million in productivity and cost savings
- Secured PCI DSS and HIPAA compliance, avoiding regulatory fines estimated at $3.5 million
- Improved IT support efficiency by 40% and increased customer satisfaction by 35%, leading to a $500,000 reduction in support costs.
Manager of Operations
Nevada State Behavioral Health
Las Vegas
04.2008 - 02.2016
- Reduced data breach incidents by 43%, avoiding an estimated $2.5 million in fines and legal costs
- Optimized operations, reducing overhead costs by 27% and saving $1.2 million annually
- Implemented a vulnerability management program addressing over 5,000 critical security flaws, reducing risk profile by 60%.
Education
Computer Science
Peralta Colleges
Alameda County, CASkills
Compliance Frameworks: PCI DSS v40, HIPAA
Educationcertifications
John C. Fremont High School
Timeline
PCI DSS Internal Security Assessor
KitchenAid
02.2024 - Current
Manager, Compliance and Risk Management
Homes for Independent Living
03.2021 - 11.2023
Director of Operations IT
Productive Members of Society
08.2014 - 03.2021
Manager of Operations
Nevada State Behavioral Health
04.2008 - 02.2016
Computer Science
Peralta Colleges
Quote
Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.
John R. Wooden
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementFlexible work hoursWork from home optionStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leaveSoftware
Affiliations
- Association of Information Technology Professionals
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