Joseph Nameth, Cissp
About Joseph Nameth, Cissp
Joseph Nameth is a Senior Analyst in Security Risk & Compliance at Cvent, where he manages PCI vulnerability scanning and conducts internal risk analyses. He has extensive experience in security compliance and has worked with major clients to ensure adherence to security standards.
Current Role at Cvent
Joseph Nameth serves as a Senior Analyst in Security Risk & Compliance at Cvent since 2021. He operates from the Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area and is responsible for managing quarterly PCI vulnerability scanning efforts. This role is crucial in ensuring that Cvent maintains PCI compliance across multiple products. Additionally, he performs internal risk analyses to enhance security standards across various teams and functions within the organization.
Previous Experience at Cvent
Prior to his current position, Joseph Nameth held several roles at Cvent. He worked as a Security Analyst I in Risk & Compliance from 2017 to 2019 and then advanced to Security Analyst II from 2019 to 2021. Both positions were based in Vancouver, Washington. During his tenure, he played a significant role in securing large revenue deals with major clients, including Visa, Bank of America, and Goldman Sachs, by managing customer audits and ensuring compliance with security standards.
Background in IT Support
Joseph Nameth began his career in IT support, working as an IT Support Specialist at Cover Oregon from 2013 to 2015 and at General Dynamics - NASSCO-Earl Industries from 2012 to 2013. His experience in these roles helped him develop a strong foundation in information technology and support, which he later applied to his security and compliance roles at Cvent.
Education and Certifications
Joseph Nameth studied at Tidewater Community College, where he achieved CompTIA and CISSP certifications from 2012 to 2013. He also attended ECPI College of Technology in Virginia, earning an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Information Technology/Networking from 1998 to 2000. His educational background supports his expertise in security risk and compliance.
Risk Assessment and Compliance Initiatives
In his current role, Joseph Nameth conducts third-party risk assessments to ensure that vendors meet Cvent's security expectations, particularly regarding the handling of customer data. He collaborates with Cvent's Legal team to make security-based edits on customer and vendor contracts during negotiations and onboarding, ensuring that security considerations are integrated into business processes.