Chris Powell
About Chris Powell
Chris Powell serves as the Senior Security GRC Analyst for Privacy and Operations at FullStory, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in cybersecurity and political science, with previous roles in various organizations focusing on security compliance and privacy management.
Work at FullStory
Chris Powell has been employed at FullStory since 2022, serving as a Senior Security GRC Analyst, focusing on Privacy and Operations. In this role, he has made contributions to enhance vendor management processes and has implemented ISO 27701 controls as part of the organization's privacy initiatives. His work is conducted remotely, allowing him to collaborate with teams across different locations.
Previous Experience in Security and Compliance
Prior to his current position, Chris Powell worked as a Security Compliance Analyst at FullStory from 2021 to 2022. He also held the role of Information Security - Compliance Analyst at MindGeek from 2020 to 2021. His experience includes managing privacy, security, and compliance initiatives, which he further developed during his tenure as Manager - Privacy, Security, and Compliance at Coconut Software from 2016 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Chris Powell holds a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity from Southern New Hampshire University, where he studied from 2019 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Dalton State College, completing his studies from 2000 to 2003. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in security, privacy, and compliance.
Background in Social Services
Before transitioning to a career in security and compliance, Chris Powell worked in social services. He served as a Housing Plus Coordinator / Stabilization Unit Team Leader and Case Manager at The Lighthouse Supported Living from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he was a Program Coordinator at Lookout Emergency Aid Society in 2015, where he contributed to community support initiatives.
Professional Involvement
Chris Powell was a Canadian Advisory Board Member for the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) from 2019 to 2021. His involvement with IAPP reflects his commitment to advancing privacy practices and compliance standards within the industry.