Chris Mc Elhone
About Chris Mc Elhone
Chris Mc Elhone serves as the Director of I.T. Security Operations and Strategy at Interpublic Group (IPG) since 2022, bringing extensive experience in cybersecurity and network administration from previous roles at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. and McCann Worldgroup.
Work at Interpublic Group
Chris Mc Elhone has served as the Director of I.T. Security Operations and Strategy at Interpublic Group (IPG) since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the security operations and strategic planning related to information technology within the organization. His position is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, where he contributes to enhancing IPG's cybersecurity posture.
Previous Experience at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.
Prior to joining IPG, Chris Mc Elhone worked at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. in two distinct roles. He served as a Senior Cyber Security Analyst from 2015 to 2019, where he focused on identifying and mitigating cybersecurity threats. Before that, he was employed as a Network Engineer / Sysadmin from 1999 to 2011, managing network infrastructure and systems administration tasks.
Role at McCann Worldgroup
From 2019 to 2022, Chris Mc Elhone held the position of Senior Vice President, Global Information Security Lead at McCann Worldgroup. In this capacity, he was responsible for leading global information security initiatives and ensuring the protection of sensitive data across the organization. His experience at McCann Worldgroup contributed to his expertise in cybersecurity.
Background at Frost Valley YMCA
Chris Mc Elhone began his career at Frost Valley YMCA, where he worked as a System Network Administrator from 2011 to 2015. In this role, he managed the organization's network systems and provided technical support, laying the foundation for his future roles in cybersecurity and information technology.