Byron T. Allen, Csm
About Byron T. Allen, Csm
Byron T. Allen is a Project Manager with extensive experience in risk and resiliency project management, currently working at Highmark Inc. He has held various roles at BNY Mellon, including Risk Analyst and Information Risk Officer, and is an advocate for collaboration and community volunteerism.
Work at Highmark
Byron T. Allen has been employed at Highmark Inc. as a Project Manager since 2019. In this role, he focuses on managing various projects within the organization, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. His expertise in project management is applied to ensure that initiatives align with the company's strategic goals.
Previous Experience at BNY Mellon
Before joining Highmark, Byron T. Allen held multiple positions at BNY Mellon. He served as a Project Manager from 2015 to 2017, where he managed projects related to technology and operations. Prior to that, he worked as a Risk Analyst in the Projects Team from 2008 to 2015, and as a Sr. IT Risk Analyst, VP (Information Risk Officer) from 2017 to 2018. His diverse roles at BNY Mellon provided him with a solid foundation in risk management and project execution.
Education and Expertise
Byron T. Allen earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting from the University of Pittsburgh. His academic background supports his professional expertise in risk and resiliency project management, particularly within technology and operations teams.
Advocacy for Collaboration and Community Support
Byron T. Allen advocates for collaboration through education as a key strategy for team building and fostering lasting partnerships. He actively supports volunteer efforts in the community, highlighting the importance of long-term return on investment in community initiatives.
Early Career at Community College of Allegheny County
Byron T. Allen began his career as a Hardware/Software Technician at the Community College of Allegheny County, where he worked for two months in both 1999 and 2000. This early experience provided him with foundational technical skills that have contributed to his later roles in project and risk management.