Justin Swanson Cissp, Cism
About Justin Swanson Cissp, Cism
Justin Swanson is a seasoned professional in information security governance, risk, and compliance, currently serving as Sr. Director at ConnectiveRx and as an Adjunct Professor at Duquesne University. He has extensive experience in developing security strategies and managing third-party risk, with a background that includes roles at Advanticom and LEVIN FURNITURE, INC.
Work at ConnectiveRx
Justin Swanson serves as the Sr. Director of Information Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance at ConnectiveRx since 2022. In this role, he manages the Third Party Risk Management function, addressing third party risk findings and implementing mitigations. He has developed security strategies for SOC2, ISO27001, and HIPAA compliance. Additionally, he created the Information Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) function at ConnectiveRx, expanding the department to include Security Awareness, Internal Auditing, Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery planning, and Third Party Risk Management. He also reviews information security requirements in client/vendor contracts to ensure compliance with defined expectations.
Education and Expertise
Justin Swanson holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management from Clarion University, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Information Science from the University of Pittsburgh, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in information security governance, risk management, and compliance, which he applies in his current role and previous positions.
Background
Before joining ConnectiveRx, Justin Swanson held various roles in information technology and security. He worked as IT Manager at LEVIN FURNITURE, INC from 2008 to 2015, and as IT/Applications Consultant at aSa - Applied Systems Associates, Inc. from 2005 to 2008. He also served as Senior Director of Strategic Services and Security at Advanticom from 2016 to 2019, and as Sr Manager of Service Operations at the same company from 2015 to 2016. His diverse experience in IT and security has contributed to his current leadership role.
Teaching Experience
Since 2021, Justin Swanson has been an Adjunct Professor at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His teaching role allows him to share his knowledge and expertise in information security and risk management with students. This position complements his professional experience and enhances his contributions to the academic community.