Mike Garland
About Mike Garland
Mike Garland serves as the Director of Information Systems at FirstBank, where he has worked since 2020. He previously held the same title at Franklin Synergy Bank for 12 years, overseeing the Information Security Program and contributing to the bank's growth and public trading status.
Work at FirstBank
Mike Garland has served as the Director of Information Systems at FirstBank since 2020. In this role, he oversees the bank's information systems and security protocols. His responsibilities include managing IT risk assessments and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Garland reports to the Board of Directors on the status of the Information Security Program at least once a year, providing insights and updates on the bank's cybersecurity posture.
Previous Experience at Franklin Synergy Bank
Prior to his current position, Mike Garland worked at Franklin Synergy Bank for 12 years, from 2008 to 2020, as the Director of Information Technology. During his tenure, he chaired the IT Steering Committee and served on the Oversight Committee for the Change Advisory Board. He acted as the primary IT contact for all regulatory audits and exams, ensuring the bank met compliance requirements. Garland played a significant role in the migration of core applications and contributed to the bank's growth in assets.
Education and Expertise
Mike Garland earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from The University of Alabama, where he studied from 1994 to 1999. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in business principles, which he applies in his roles in information systems and technology management. Garland's expertise includes information security, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.
Achievements in Information Security
Throughout his career, Mike Garland has been instrumental in managing and maintaining information security programs. At Franklin Synergy Bank, he was responsible for updating various policies, including the Information Security Policy, Business Continuity Policy, and Disaster Recovery Test Plan. His efforts contributed to the bank becoming publicly traded and increasing its assets to over 4 billion dollars.