Chrysa Freeman
About Chrysa Freeman
Chrysa Freeman is a Senior Security Instructional Content Designer at Code42, specializing in security awareness programs since 2006. With a background in various industries, she has contributed significantly to corporate security and has spoken at notable events in the field.
Work at Code42
Chrysa Freeman has been employed at Code42 since 2016, where she holds the position of Security Awareness and Training Program Manager. In this role, she has developed and implemented security awareness programs tailored to various audiences. As of 2021, she also serves as a Senior Security Instructional Content Designer, focusing on creating instructional content that enhances security awareness across the organization. Her work at Code42 emphasizes the importance of integrating security practices into corporate culture.
Education and Expertise
Chrysa Freeman earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, studying from 1984 to 1990. She furthered her education by obtaining an MBA in Ethics & Leadership from the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business between 2009 and 2012. Her educational background supports her expertise in developing security awareness programs that consider both communication strategies and ethical leadership principles.
Background in Corporate Security
Freeman has been involved in corporate security since 2006, accumulating extensive experience in developing security awareness programs across various industries, including retail, technology, and healthcare. She has held multiple positions at Target, including Manager of Information Protection Awareness and Project Lead for Information Protection in Canada. Additionally, she worked at Medtronic in a security awareness role and Dolphin Staffing as an Education/Communications Coordinator.
Speaking Engagements
Chrysa Freeman has shared her expertise at several notable events, including Secure360, ISC2 Congress, The Wall Street Journal Cybersecurity Forum, and the Minnesota Continuing Legal Education Conference. Her speaking engagements reflect her commitment to educating others about security awareness and the importance of integrating security practices into everyday business operations.
Achievements in Security Awareness Training
Freeman created an employee Insider Threat training program that employs positive reinforcement techniques. This program is publicly available and demonstrates her innovative approach to security training. Her focus on the intersection of security and human behavior science has led to the development of world-class security awareness programs that aim to enhance organizational security culture.