James Macko
About James Macko
James Macko serves as the Vice President of Information Security and Chief Information Security Officer at HireVue, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in information security, having previously worked in various roles at HireVue and other organizations.
Work at HireVue
James Macko has held multiple positions at HireVue, demonstrating a progressive career in information security. He began as a Corporate IT & Security Manager from 2018 to 2021, where he focused on managing IT operations and security protocols. He then advanced to the role of Director of Information Systems & Security, serving from 2021 to 2022. Following this, he took on the position of Director of Systems and Security, Data Privacy Officer for a year. In 2023, he became the Vice President of Information Security and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), a role he continues to fulfill in a remote capacity.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Before joining HireVue, James Macko gained valuable experience in the field of information security and IT. He worked at The Jaekle Group, Inc. as a Systems & Security Engineer from 2013 to 2018, where he developed skills in systems security. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Systems Engineer at The Lubrizol Corporation for a year in 2012-2013. His career began as a Senior Computer Technician at Computer Troubleshooters from 2008 to 2010, followed by a role as a Help Desk Specialist at Ideal Integrations from 2010 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
James Macko studied Computer Science at Bradford School, where he earned an Associate's degree. This educational background provided him with foundational knowledge in technology and systems management, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles related to IT and information security.
Career Progression
James Macko's career reflects a steady progression within the information security domain. Starting from technical support roles, he transitioned into engineering and management positions, ultimately reaching executive leadership as the VP Information Security and CISO at HireVue. His roles have consistently involved increasing responsibilities in IT management, security oversight, and data privacy.