Harry Soto
About Harry Soto
Harry Soto is an IT Security Manager at Allison Transmission, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in information assurance from his time in the US Army and has held various roles in cybersecurity, contributing to the development of security standards and incident response strategies.
Work at Allison Transmission
Currently, Harry Soto serves as the IT Security Manager at Allison Transmission, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for developing security standards and best practices. He monitors and reports on compliance with security policies and enforces these policies within the organization. Additionally, he leads a cross-functional Cyber Security Incident Response Team and plays a key role in refining operational and strategic objectives to enhance security efforts. His responsibilities also include providing technical leadership for current security processes and demonstrating the organization's security posture.
Previous Experience in IT Security
Before joining Allison Transmission, Harry Soto worked at Kinney Group, Inc. as an IT Security Engineer and CND Analyst from 2014 to 2016. He also served in the US Army as an Information Assurance Specialist from 2010 to 2014, where he gained valuable experience in information security. Additionally, he held the position of Team Leader at Pearson Ford from 2007 to 2009. These roles contributed to his expertise in cybersecurity and incident response.
Education and Expertise
Harry Soto studied at Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, where he achieved a Bachelor's Degree in Network Security from 2007 to 2010. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in information technology and security principles. He also completed his high school education at Lawrence Central High School. This academic experience supports his current role in IT security management.
Leadership in Cybersecurity
In his current role, Harry Soto leads the Security Operations Center at Allison Transmission. He focuses on process and response automation for cybersecurity incident response activities. His leadership extends to developing and maintaining strong relationships with key partners to enhance the cyber security program. His efforts contribute to the continuous improvement of security practices within the organization.