Andrea (Pierce) Templeton
About Andrea (Pierce) Templeton
Andrea (Pierce) Templeton serves as the Senior Manager of Information Security Education & Awareness at Advance Auto Parts, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in instructional design and corporate security education, she has developed a comprehensive information security program that emphasizes personal responsibility and best practices.
Work at Advance Auto Parts
Andrea Templeton has served as the Senior Manager of Information Security Education & Awareness at Advance Auto Parts since 2019. Based in Raleigh, NC, she has focused on enhancing the company's information security posture through education and awareness initiatives. Her role involves developing and implementing comprehensive educational programs aimed at promoting best practices in information security among employees. She advocates for personal responsibility in security awareness, ensuring that all staff are informed and engaged in maintaining a secure work environment.
Previous Experience in Information Security and Training
Prior to her current role, Andrea Templeton held several positions that contributed to her expertise in information security and training. She worked at Nike as a Senior Program Consultant for Security Education & Awareness from 2014 to 2018, where she focused on corporate information security. Before that, she was the Director/Lead for Customer Technical Communications at Mastercard from 2007 to 2014. Her career began at Reinsurance Group of America, where she served as an Instructional Designer/Sr. Training Specialist from 2003 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Templeton holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Workforce Education and Development from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, with an emphasis on HR/Talent Development. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Secondary Education and Teaching from Greenville University and an Associate of Arts (A.A.) from Kaskaskia College. Her educational background supports her expertise in socializing best practices in information security within corporate environments.
Achievements in Information Security Education
At Advance Auto Parts, Andrea Templeton has developed a comprehensive Information Security Education program that includes various educational interventions and change management support. This program is designed to enhance employees' understanding of information security and promote a culture of security awareness throughout the organization. Her initiatives have contributed to a more informed workforce capable of recognizing and mitigating security risks.