Scott Hooper
About Scott Hooper
Scott Hooper serves as the Director of Cybersecurity at Clearway Energy Group, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in IT leadership roles across various companies, focusing on cybersecurity frameworks, risk assessment, and operational efficiency.
Work at Clearway Energy Group
Scott Hooper serves as the Director of Cybersecurity at Clearway Energy Group, a position he has held since 2021. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in San Francisco, California. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing cybersecurity measures across the organization, ensuring the protection of energy facilities through enhanced security protocols.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity and IT
Prior to his current role, Scott Hooper worked at NaturEner as the Senior Director of IT and OT from 2014 to 2021. He focused on new business development and team building. Before that, he served as IT Director at NaturEner from 2010 to 2014, where he emphasized organizational leadership and infrastructure redesign. His earlier experience includes a role as IT Director at OSIsoft, Inc. from 2003 to 2007, where he contributed to operational efficiency and infrastructure development.
Cybersecurity Initiatives and Frameworks
Scott Hooper has implemented a multi-year cybersecurity roadmap that successfully reduced cybersecurity insurance costs. He developed an IT Governance and Risk Assessment framework to standardize corporate policies and cybersecurity frameworks. Additionally, he contracted with a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) for 24/7 monitoring of energy facilities, which enhanced security measures across the organization.
Education and Academic Background
Scott Hooper studied at Principia College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in cybersecurity and IT management.
Team Leadership and Development
In his roles, Scott has built and led teams focused on continuous improvement, cross-training, and skills development in cybersecurity. His leadership approach emphasizes organizational alignment and operational efficiency, contributing to the overall success of the teams he has managed.