Brad Murphy
About Brad Murphy
Brad Murphy is a Security Manager specializing in Data Protection and Privacy at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2017. He has a background in Environmental Biology and extensive experience in compliance and risk management within the electric utility sector.
Work at American Electric Power
Brad Murphy has been employed at American Electric Power since 2017, serving as the Security Manager for Data Protection and Privacy. In this role, he focuses on managing enterprise governance and stakeholder engagement related to data protection and privacy. His responsibilities include handling incident response and conducting incident investigations. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Ethics & Compliance Specialist at the same company from 2007 to 2017, where he gained extensive experience in compliance and regulatory matters.
Education and Expertise
Brad Murphy earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Environmental Biology from Ohio University, studying from 1993 to 1997. His educational background has equipped him with knowledge applicable to his roles in data protection and privacy. He possesses expertise in managing enterprise governance and stakeholder engagement, particularly within the context of data protection. His experience also includes managing NERC compliance and high-value asset management within a regulated electric utility.
Background
Before joining American Electric Power, Brad Murphy worked as an Environmental Specialist at the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency from 2002 to 2007. In this capacity, he was involved in policy management and risk management, contributing to state environmental compliance efforts. Additionally, he has experience as a regulator for state environmental compliance agencies in both Ohio and North Carolina, which has informed his approach to compliance and governance in his current role.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Brad Murphy has developed a strong foundation in compliance and regulatory frameworks, particularly in the energy sector. His work in managing NERC compliance and high-value asset management has been significant in ensuring adherence to industry standards. In his current role, he has also contributed to the development of policies related to data protection and privacy, demonstrating his commitment to effective governance in these areas.