John Kines
About John Kines
John Kines serves as the Director of Risk and Compliance Management at FINRA, where he leads efforts in Application Risk Management and Third Party Vendor Risk Management. He holds multiple advanced degrees and certifications, including an M.B.A. and several AWS certifications, and has over 22 years of experience in his current role.
Work at FINRA
John Kines has served as Director at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) since 2002, accumulating over 22 years of experience in the organization. He leads the Risk and Compliance Management team, focusing on Application Risk Management and Third Party Vendor Risk Management. His role includes ensuring that FINRA's applications comply with FISMA/FedRAMP and PCI-DSS standards. Kines is responsible for effectively communicating project status, risks, issues, and remediation plans to stakeholders, demonstrating a commitment to delivering projects on-time and under budget.
Education and Expertise
John Kines holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Loyola University Maryland. He also earned a Graduate Certificate in Government Contract Management from Villanova University. Kines has a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from The Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Science from Loyola University Maryland. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both business and technical disciplines, enhancing his expertise in risk management.
Certifications and Professional Development
Kines possesses multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate, and AWS Certified Developer - Associate. He also holds a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) certification and is a Certified ScrumMaster. These certifications reflect his commitment to continuous professional development and his proficiency in cloud technologies and agile methodologies.
Background
John Kines has a diverse educational background with degrees in business, computer science, and engineering. His career at FINRA spans over two decades, during which he has developed a specialization in risk and compliance management. His experience in managing application risk and vendor risk has positioned him as a key figure in ensuring regulatory compliance within the financial industry.