Christopher Pope
About Christopher Pope
Christopher Pope is the Manager of DevSecOps at ExxonMobil's Corporate IT in Spring, Texas, with a background in IT risk management and a strong educational foundation in finance, business, and computer systems.
Manager, DevSecOps at ExxonMobil
Christopher Pope currently serves as the Manager, DevSecOps, Corporate IT at ExxonMobil. Based in Spring, Texas, he began this role in 2023. Prior to this, he held the position of Manager, DevSecOps from 2022 to 2023, and Supervisor, Core IT Risk Management from 2020 to 2022 in The Woodlands, Texas. His role focuses on overseeing the integration of security within the DevOps processes, ensuring the protection and efficiency of the corporation's IT assets and operations.
Educational Background
Christopher Pope has a comprehensive educational background with multiple degrees and certifications. He attended the Thunderbird School of Global Management, completing the Global Leadership Program. He also completed a Leadership Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His advanced studies include obtaining a Master of Finance and an MBA from Tulane University. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Systems and a Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics from New Mexico State University.
Leadership and Community Engagement
Christopher Pope has demonstrated strong leadership and community involvement. He co-led the Houston Python Interest Network, aiding in the skills development of several hundred members. He is also engaged in promoting diversity and inclusion through his involvement with the Global Organization for the Advancement of Latinos (GOAL). His efforts extend beyond professional environments into community and interest groups, showcasing a commitment to professional development and social initiatives.
DevSecOps Program Implementation
One of Christopher Pope's significant contributions has been the implementation of a DevSecOps program across a global organization, enhancing security and efficiency for over 300 products. He led a program with more than 570 members, demonstrating a clear focus on operational security integration within DevOps practices. This effort highlights his capability to manage and execute large-scale security initiatives effectively.
Advancements in IT Security
Christopher Pope spearheaded several key advancements in IT security at ExxonMobil. He led the development of DevOps monitoring and alerting systems using DataDog, improving application reliability during financial close processes. He also managed vulnerability measures and the implementation of advanced code security for over 1,000 code repositories. Additionally, he designed an automation and DevSecOps metrics dashboard to identify investment opportunities in automation, significantly driving enterprise-wide software security improvements.