Benjamin Heinz
About Benjamin Heinz
Benjamin Heinz is a Senior IT Auditor currently employed at Fortra in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. He has a diverse background in information security and auditing, having previously held positions at CLA and IWCO Direct.
Work at Fortra
Benjamin Heinz has been employed at Fortra as a Senior IT Auditor since 2022. His role involves conducting audits and assessments to ensure the integrity and security of IT systems. He is based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, where he contributes to the organization's cybersecurity and compliance initiatives.
Previous Experience at CLA
Benjamin Heinz worked at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in various capacities. He served as a Senior Information Security Analyst from 2017 to 2021, focusing on information security measures. He also held the position of Cybersecurity Manager for a brief period in 2021. Prior to these roles, he was an Information Security Analyst from 2016 to 2017, contributing to the firm's cybersecurity efforts in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Internship and Early Career
In 2015, Benjamin Heinz gained experience as an Application Analyst Intern at IWCO Direct for two months. He later worked as an Application Analyst at the same company for three months. His early career also included a position as a Valet Attendant at BayView Event Center and Charter Cruises from 2013 to 2014, and a long-term role as a Gatehouse Attendant at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum from 2008 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Heinz studied at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Management Information Systems from 2010 to 2015. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in IT auditing and information security.