Jason Waits
About Jason Waits
Jason Waits serves as the Chief Information Security Officer at Inductive Automation, where he leads a Cyber Security team and specializes in cloud security and detection engineering. He has a strong background in cybersecurity, having won the US Cyber Challenge in 2017 and holding a Master of Science in Information Security Engineering.
Work at Inductive Automation
Jason Waits currently serves as the Chief Information Security Officer at Inductive Automation, a position he has held since 2022. He previously worked at the same organization as the Director of Cyber Security from 2018 to 2022 and as a Network Security Administrator from 2016 to 2018. In these roles, he led a high-performing Cyber Security team, focusing on various security domains. His professional journey at Inductive Automation has been discussed in a podcast, where he shares insights about his experiences and what makes the company unique.
Education and Expertise
Jason Waits earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Technology with a focus on Network Administration from Western Governors University, completing his studies from 2013 to 2016. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Information Security Engineering from SANS Technology Institute, studying from 2020 to 2023. His expertise includes cloud security and detection engineering, which are essential components of modern cybersecurity strategies.
Background
Before joining Inductive Automation, Jason Waits worked as a Network Administrator at Sunflower Natural Foods Inc. in Yuba City, California, from 2010 to 2016. His experience in network administration laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in cybersecurity. His professional background includes a strong emphasis on developing and implementing security measures to protect organizational assets.
Achievements
In 2017, Jason Waits won the US Cyber Challenge, a competition designed to identify and cultivate cybersecurity talent. He holds a SANS Lethal Forensicator coin, awarded for exceptional performance in digital forensics. These achievements reflect his commitment to excellence in the field of cybersecurity and his dedication to professional development.