Barry Glenn
About Barry Glenn
Barry Glenn serves as the Business CISO for Wholesale Banking at HSBC, bringing extensive experience in cybersecurity and information security across various organizations. His career spans over three decades, including roles in the US Navy and significant positions at HSBC, Booz Allen & Hamilton, and Lockheed Martin.
Current Role at HSBC
Barry Glenn serves as the Business CISO for Wholesale Banking at HSBC. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the bank's cybersecurity strategy and risk management initiatives. His role involves overseeing cybersecurity measures specific to wholesale banking operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and enhancing the overall security posture of the organization.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Barry Glenn has held multiple positions at HSBC prior to his current role. He served as the Interim Regional CISO from 2018 to 2021, where he led cybersecurity efforts across the UK. He also worked as the Global Head of Cybersecurity for HSBC Wholesale Payments & GLCM C from 2021 to 2022. His experience at HSBC spans various leadership roles focused on cybersecurity and risk management.
Professional Background in Cybersecurity
Barry Glenn has extensive experience in the cybersecurity field, having worked in various capacities since 2004. He was a Cyber Security Risk Manager at Booz Allen & Hamilton from 2012 to 2015 and served as a Senior Information Systems Security Analyst at Lockheed Martin Corp from 2008 to 2012. His roles have consistently focused on governance, risk, and compliance within the financial sector and the US Intelligence Community.
Education and Certifications
Barry Glenn holds a Master of Science in Information Technology Management from Colorado Technical University, which he completed between 2006 and 2008. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems from Bellevue University from 2000 to 2002. In addition to his degrees, he possesses seven industry-leading cybersecurity certifications, including CCISO, CISSP, CeH, CNDA, CISM, CRISC, and CISA.
Military Service and Early Career
Barry Glenn served in the US Navy as a Military Officer and Information Systems Technician from 1983 to 2003. This 20-year tenure provided him with foundational skills in information systems and security. Following his military service, he transitioned into various roles in the cybersecurity field, including positions at QSS Group, Inc. and Perot Systems Government Services.