John J.
About John J.
John J. is a Senior Information Security Engineer with extensive experience in vulnerability evaluations and compliance with ISO27001 and CMMC standards. He has held various roles in information security, including leadership in education initiatives and project management at Flexion Inc., and has a strong academic background in cybersecurity and network operations.
Work at Flexion
John J. currently serves as a Senior Information Security Engineer at Flexion Inc., a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads information security education initiatives, which include training sessions, phishing campaigns, and online seminars. He also facilitates incident response exercises and revises policies to address resiliency gaps. His responsibilities encompass conducting vulnerability evaluations to ensure compliance with ISO27001 and CMMC (NIST) standards, as well as leading infosec-specific projects that focus on access control, least privilege, and technical and preventive controls.
Education and Expertise
John J. holds a Bachelor of Science in Network Operations and Security from Western Governors University, as well as a Master of Science in CyberSecurity and Information Assurance from the same institution. He also studied Accounting at Brigham Young University - Idaho. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both technical and operational aspects of information security, enabling him to design and integrate security solutions across various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Background
Prior to his current role at Flexion Inc., John J. gained extensive experience in the information security field through various positions. He worked at Riverbed Technology for seven years as a Senior Private Cloud Security & Infrastructure Engineer and previously as a Professional Services Engineer. His career also includes a tenure at Autoliv ASP as an IS Technician and multiple roles at Dell Inc., where he served as a Technical Trainer and Linux Support Team Instructor. This diverse background has contributed to his expertise in ethical hacking techniques and incident response.
Achievements
Throughout his career, John J. has led numerous initiatives aimed at enhancing information security practices. At Flexion Inc., he has spearheaded infosec education programs and facilitated incident response exercises. His work includes conducting pre- and post-evaluations of SaaS business solutions to assess new and existing technologies. His ability to provide second and third-tier support for infosec tools reflects his deep understanding of hardware and software diagnostics, further solidifying his role as a key player in the information security domain.