Brian Francis BSc(i.T)
About Brian Francis BSc(i.T)
Brian Francis is an Information Security Specialist at CIBC with extensive experience in ICT and a strong background in incident response and system administration.
Company
Brian Francis is currently working at CIBC as an Information Security Specialist, specializing in Enterprise Security Administration. He began this role in 2021, contributing to the company’s cybersecurity infrastructure in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Title
Brian Francis holds the title of Information Security Specialist in Enterprise Security Administration. He is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the security protocols at CIBC, ensuring the protection of sensitive data against potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Work Experience at CIBC
Brian Francis has extensive experience working at CIBC. Before his current role, he served as an Incident Response Analyst from 2018 to 2021 and initially began his journey at CIBC as an Incident Response Analyst Co-Op from 2016 to 2017. During his tenure, he developed strong skills in incident management and threat mitigation, contributing significantly to the company’s response strategies.
Previous Roles and Experience
Brian Francis has held various roles throughout his career, including working as a part-time Automotive Service Advisor at Canadian Tire Corporation and as an Applications Administrator at Columbus Communications Jamaica Ltd. (Flow). He also served in technical support and administrative capacities at Alex Imports Ltd. Superstore, MediaNet Limited, and New Link Cabling Systems.
Education and Certifications
Brian Francis has pursued comprehensive education and training in the ICT field. He holds a Post Graduate Advanced Diploma in Computer Systems Technology - Networking from Centennial College. He also earned certifications in Oracle 11g PL/SQL Programming from EduCentres Information Services Limited, Customer Service from City and Guilds London Institute, and a Bachelor's Degree in Information and Communications Technology from Vector Technology Institute. Additionally, he is a certified Fiber Optic Installer from New Link Cabling Systems.