Cynthia Hayward
About Cynthia Hayward
Cynthia Hayward serves as the Head of Information Technology Risk at Enova International, where she has worked since 2017. Additionally, she is a Board Advisor at Havoc Shield and has extensive experience in information security and risk management, primarily from her tenure at Discover Financial Services.
Work at Enova International
Cynthia Hayward has served as the Head of Information Technology Risk at Enova International since 2017. In this role, she has developed comprehensive security policies and training materials. She has implemented strategic initiatives that improved IT risk management processes. Additionally, she has managed relationships with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with industry standards. Her leadership in large-scale incident investigations has enhanced the company's response to cybersecurity threats. She has also played a key role in developing risk assessment programs that have strengthened the company's cybersecurity posture.
Board Advisor Role at Havoc Shield
Since 2021, Cynthia Hayward has been a Board Advisor at Havoc Shield. In this capacity, she provides strategic guidance and expertise in information technology risk management. Her experience in the field allows her to contribute valuable insights to the organization's initiatives and decision-making processes. This role complements her extensive background in cybersecurity and risk management.
Career at Discover Financial Services
Cynthia Hayward held multiple positions at Discover Financial Services from 2005 to 2017. She served as Director of Information Security Compliance Risk for seven months and as Director of BCP and Information Security for 11 months. Her roles included Senior Manager positions in Bank Fraud Strategy, Internal Investigations, Internal Forensic Investigations, Transaction Fraud Investigations, and Skimming Fraud Investigations. She also worked as a Project Manager in E-commerce Marketing Measurement. This extensive experience provided her with a strong foundation in risk management and cybersecurity.
Educational Background
Cynthia Hayward holds an MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, which she earned from 1996 to 1998. She also obtained a Master of Science in Digital Forensic Science from Champlain College, completing her studies from 2012 to 2017. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from Otterbein University, where she studied from 1987 to 1991. This diverse educational background supports her expertise in information technology and risk management.
Experience at Diners Club International and Chase
Before her tenure at Discover Financial Services, Cynthia Hayward worked at Diners Club International as Director of Global Cardmember Benefits from 1997 to 2002. She also served as Marketing Program Manager at Chase from 2002 to 2004. These roles contributed to her comprehensive understanding of the financial services industry and equipped her with skills relevant to her subsequent positions in risk management and cybersecurity.