Megan Gillikin Baker
About Megan Gillikin Baker
Megan Gillikin Baker serves as the Interim Chief Information Security Officer at Bluecore, having previously held various roles in information security and compliance across multiple organizations, including Q2 and PrecisionLender. She has a background in risk management and audit, with extensive experience in the banking sector and a degree in Accounting from Meredith College.
Current Role at Bluecore
Megan Gillikin Baker serves as the Interim Chief Information Security Officer at Bluecore, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the company's information security strategy and ensuring the protection of sensitive data. Her leadership in this capacity is crucial for maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of the organization's information systems.
Previous Experience at Q2
Before joining Bluecore, Megan worked at Q2 as the Director of Information Security from 2019 to 2022. During her three years in this role, she focused on developing and implementing security protocols and compliance measures to safeguard the company's information assets. Her experience at Q2 contributed to her expertise in managing security risks in the financial technology sector.
Background in Compliance and Risk Management
Megan has a strong background in compliance and risk management, having held various positions at PrecisionLender and First Citizens Bank. At PrecisionLender, she served as the Director of Compliance and later as the Director of Trust & Security. At First Citizens Bank, she held multiple roles, including VP of Enterprise and Operational Risk Manager and AVP of Corporate Governance Consultant. These positions provided her with extensive experience in regulatory compliance and risk assessment.
Education and Qualifications
Megan Gillikin Baker earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Meredith College, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. This educational background laid the foundation for her career in finance and information security, equipping her with essential skills in financial management and compliance.
Current Role at Georgian
In addition to her role at Bluecore, Megan has been working as the IT & Security Lead at Georgian since 2022. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, she is responsible for overseeing IT security initiatives and ensuring that the organization's technology infrastructure is secure and compliant with industry standards.