Jerry C.
About Jerry C.
Jerry C. serves as the Director of Cyber Security and IT Risk Audit at City National Bank, where he has worked since 2021. With over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and IT, he has held various leadership roles in notable organizations and is a proud US Armed Services Veteran.
Work at City National Bank
Jerry C. serves as the Director of Cyber Security and IT Risk Audit at City National Bank, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of cyber security and IT risk audit strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards. He manages the execution and reporting of cyber security and IT risk audits across all business units, providing assurance and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
Previous Experience in Cyber Security
Prior to his current role, Jerry C. worked at Plurilock as a Cybersecurity Advisor for seven months in 2021. He also held the position of Global Head of Cyber Security Audit at BNY Mellon from 2013 to 2019, where he co-founded the Veterans Network (VetNet). His earlier roles include serving as a Business Information Security Officer and Senior System Architect at AIG from 2008 to 2011, and as a Network Management Engineer at AIG from 2001 to 2007.
Military Service and Leadership
Jerry C. is a proud US Armed Services Veteran, having served in the US Navy as an Aviation Boatswain Mate from 1992 to 1997 and in the US Navy Reserve as MIUWU 203 from 1997 to 2002. His military background highlights a commitment to service and leadership, which he has carried into his professional career in cyber security and IT.
Education and Expertise
Jerry C. holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Information Technology from Capella University. He also studied at the Army War College Foundation, where he focused on Strategic Leadership and completed the Strategic Leader Staff Ride in 2018. Additionally, he has completed studies at the Computer Career Center, further enhancing his expertise in the field.
Advisory Roles and Contributions
In addition to his professional roles, Jerry C. serves as an Advisory Board Member at the Tech Incubator at Queens College. In this capacity, he contributes to the development of technology startups, leveraging his extensive experience in cyber security and IT to support emerging businesses.