Tom Larson
About Tom Larson
Tom Larson is a Customer Security Assurance Manager at Anaplan, where he has worked since 2017. He specializes in enhancing security posture through customer feedback and compliance with security frameworks, and has extensive experience in information security management systems.
Current Role at Anaplan
Tom Larson serves as the Customer Security Assurance Manager at Anaplan, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the security posture of the organization by leveraging customer feedback and ensuring compliance with security frameworks. His responsibilities include engaging in risk assessment and audit processes to maintain security standards.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Prior to his current role, Tom Larson accumulated extensive experience in information security and consulting. He worked at Anaplan as a Sr. Technical Solutions Consultant from 2014 to 2017. He also held positions at IBM as a Principal Consultant from 2006 to 2011 and at PRAGMATEK Consulting Group as a Principal Consultant from 2011 to 2014. His background includes managing Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) as part of his work in the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team.
Consulting Experience
Tom Larson's consulting career includes a brief tenure at Knowledgent in 2014, where he worked as a Consultant for two months. He also served as a Technical Consultant at Adaytum/Cognos from 1999 to 2004. His diverse consulting roles have contributed to his expertise in security and technical solutions.
Educational Background
Tom Larson studied at St. Olaf College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English. His educational background has provided him with strong communication skills, which are essential in his roles within information security and consulting.
Career Timeline
Tom Larson has a diverse career spanning several roles in various organizations. He began his career as a Data Architect at UnitedHealth Group in 2004. He then transitioned to Adaytum/Cognos, followed by significant roles at IBM and PRAGMATEK Consulting Group. His journey continued at Anaplan, where he has held multiple positions, culminating in his current role focused on customer security assurance.