Alex Herrin
About Alex Herrin
Alex Herrin is a Security Analyst with a background in accounting and information technology. He holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Accounting from Mississippi State University and has worked in various roles in the field, including IT auditing and assurance.
Work at FirstBank
Alex Herrin currently serves as a Security Analyst at FirstBank, a position he has held since 2021. His role focuses on ensuring the security of the bank's information systems and protecting sensitive data from potential threats. Prior to this position, he worked as an IT Auditor at FirstBank from 2019 to 2021. In this capacity, he was responsible for assessing the effectiveness of the bank's IT controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Education and Expertise
Alex Herrin earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Mississippi State University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Accounting with a Systems Concentration from the same institution, completing this program from 2015 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation in accounting principles and information systems.
Background
Alex Herrin has a diverse professional background in the fields of IT auditing and security analysis. He began his career with an internship at HORNE LLP as an Assurance Intern in 2015, where he gained practical experience in auditing. He later worked as an IT Audit Intern at Community Health Systems in 2014, which further developed his skills in IT auditing. His experience includes a three-year tenure as a RAAS Senior Associate at KraftCPAs PLLC from 2016 to 2019.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Alex Herrin has accumulated significant experience in auditing and security analysis. His role as a RAAS Senior Associate at KraftCPAs PLLC involved providing assurance services, which enhanced his expertise in risk assessment and compliance. His internships at Community Health Systems and HORNE LLP provided him with foundational skills in IT auditing, which he later applied in his roles at FirstBank.