Eric Pickersgill
About Eric Pickersgill
Eric Pickersgill serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at FINRA, having previously held significant roles in information security and cloud governance across various organizations. He possesses extensive experience in leading security initiatives and holds multiple certifications in information security management.
Work at FINRA
Eric Pickersgill has served as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at FINRA since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's information security strategy and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. His leadership in security initiatives contributes to the protection of sensitive financial data and the integrity of the financial markets. He operates within the Washington DC-Baltimore area, where he applies his extensive experience in information security to enhance FINRA's cybersecurity posture.
Education and Expertise
Eric Pickersgill holds a Graduate Certificate in Computer Security and Information Assurance from Marymount University. He also earned a Master of Science in Information Technology from the same institution. Additionally, he completed the CISO - Executive Education and Certificate Program at Carnegie Mellon University - Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy. His educational background supports his expertise in information security, cloud governance, and risk management.
Professional Background
Eric Pickersgill has a diverse professional background in information security and cloud governance. He worked at Capital One as the Director of Cloud Governance and Security, overseeing secure deployments of major cloud platforms. Prior to that, he served as CISO at Smartronix, where he established an information security program for various sectors. His experience also includes roles at Verizon Enterprise Solutions, Wells Fargo, and KPMG, where he focused on information assurance and IT advisory services.
Certifications and Professional Affiliations
Eric Pickersgill is a Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and a Project Management Professional (PMP). These certifications reflect his commitment to maintaining high standards in information security and project management. He is also a member of the Global CISO Advisory Council at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he collaborates with other security leaders to address emerging cybersecurity challenges.
Achievements in Cloud Security
During his tenure at Verizon Enterprise Solutions, Eric Pickersgill successfully led the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) authorization for Verizon Terremark’s Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) offering, Enterprise Cloud Federal Edition (ECFE). His leadership in cloud security initiatives has had a significant impact on the secure deployment and use of cloud services across various industries, including federal agencies and financial institutions.