Topher Knouse
About Topher Knouse
Topher Knouse serves as the Sr. CyberArk Lead at City National Bank, where he has worked since 2020, focusing on enhancing cybersecurity measures. His extensive experience includes roles in identity access management and security operations across various organizations, including the Colorado Governor's Office and Zensar Technologies.
Work at City National Bank
Topher Knouse has served as the Sr. CyberArk Lead at City National Bank since 2020. In this role, he plays a critical part in leading the cybersecurity initiatives within the organization. He focuses on ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, while also implementing NIST guidelines and best practices to enhance the bank's cybersecurity measures. His work is essential in safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining the integrity of the bank's systems.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Before joining City National Bank, Topher Knouse held various positions in cybersecurity and IT management. He worked at the Colorado Governor's Office of Information Technology as an Identity Access Management Analyst for five months in 2018. Following that, he spent nearly a year at Zensar Technologies, where he served as both Security Operations Lead and Sr. IAM & PAM Engineer. His experience also includes a role as Lead Engineer PAM (CyberArk) at Whole Foods Market for four months in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Topher Knouse has a solid educational background in management and technology. He studied Business Management at the University of Phoenix, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2006 to 2008. He also completed a program at the Community College of the Air Force, focusing on Workforce Development and Training, achieving the title of Instructor of Military Science. Additionally, he studied at the Identity Management Institute, where he specialized in Access Identity Management and obtained certification as an Access and Identity Manager.
Background in IT Management
Topher Knouse has extensive experience in IT management, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. His career includes positions such as IT Manager at Newmark Homes and Texas Computer Education Association, as well as an Associate Systems Specialist at The Home Depot. His diverse background in IT and cybersecurity has equipped him with the skills necessary to lead initiatives aimed at improving security measures and system integrity.
Focus on Cybersecurity Innovations
In his current role, Topher Knouse emphasizes innovative process improvements to strengthen systems against data breaches and manage exposure to unwanted secrets. His proactive approach in the cybersecurity field is evident through his commitment to enhancing security protocols and ensuring that the systems he oversees are resilient against potential threats.