Richard Flahaven
About Richard Flahaven
Richard Flahaven serves as the Chief Information Security Officer and Data Privacy Officer at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he has worked since 2009. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity and data privacy, having previously held various roles at Whirlpool Corporation and developed Harley-Davidson's global IT and IoT security strategy.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Richard Flahaven serves as the Chief Information Security Officer and Data Privacy Officer at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. He has held this position since 2009, contributing to the company's cybersecurity and data privacy initiatives for over 15 years. His responsibilities include overseeing business continuity and disaster recovery strategies, as well as managing cloud security governance, SAP security, and network security. Flahaven plays a crucial role in ensuring that Harley-Davidson's IT and IoT security strategy aligns with industry standards and regulations.
Previous Experience at Whirlpool Corporation
Flahaven has extensive experience from his tenure at Whirlpool Corporation, where he worked in various roles from 1992 to 2009. He began as a Lead Strategic IT Consultant from 1992 to 1995, followed by a position as Business Recovery Manager from 1995 to 1999. He later served as Chief Privacy Officer and Director of IS Security/Audit Compliance from 2000 to 2009. His roles involved managing information security and privacy compliance, contributing to the overall security framework of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Richard Flahaven studied at the University of Notre Dame, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Computer Science from 1979 to 1981. Prior to that, he attended Holy Cross College, achieving an Associate of Arts degree in General Studies from 1977 to 1979. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in information security and data privacy.
Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Leadership
Flahaven is passionate about developing and transforming cybersecurity and data privacy teams to adapt to changing business needs. At Harley-Davidson, he has built strong partnerships with executive leadership and managed security solution providers to meet aggressive business goals. His leadership in creating and maturing security strategies is essential for the company's ongoing commitment to protecting sensitive information.