Kevin Weaver, Cism, Cisa
About Kevin Weaver, Cism, Cisa
Kevin Weaver is the Region Cybersecurity Officer for the South Region at CommonSpirit Health, where he has worked since 2023. With over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and a background as a United States Army Veteran, he has held various roles in information security and IT auditing, contributing significantly to compliance and security operations.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Kevin Weaver currently serves as the Region Cybersecurity Officer for the South Region at CommonSpirit Health, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he worked as the Division Cybersecurity Officer for QualChoice from 2019 to 2023. His tenure at CommonSpirit Health spans over five years, during which he has focused on optimizing security operations and ensuring compliance within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Weaver holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems from Penn State University. He possesses extensive expertise in cybersecurity, regulations, and compliance, which he has applied throughout his career to enhance security operations. His educational background supports his analytical skills and strategic approach to managing security challenges.
Background
Kevin Weaver is a United States Army Veteran, having served as a Specialist from 1984 to 1987 at Fort Lewis, WA. His military experience contributes to his leadership qualities and integrity in managing security operations. Over the past 20 years, he has held various roles in cybersecurity and IT auditing across multiple organizations, including Catholic Health Initiatives and Air Products.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Kevin Weaver has achieved significant milestones in cybersecurity. He successfully reduced compliance gaps by 50% through application assessments and played a key role in developing mitigation plans. He has conducted 100% of internal and external audits to ensure consistent application and vendor controls, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining high security standards.
Professional Experience
Kevin Weaver has over two decades of experience in optimizing security operations. His previous roles include serving as the Regional Information Security Officer for Catholic Health Initiatives and as an IT Audit Manager at CHAN Healthcare Auditors. He has also worked in various IT auditing positions at organizations such as Verizon and Day & Zimmermann, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity and risk management.