Tony Zappia
About Tony Zappia
Tony Zappia is a Governance, Risk, & Compliance Program Manager at Kong Inc. He has extensive experience in security and risk management, having held various roles at organizations such as Rally Health, BB&T, and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield.
Current Role at Kong Inc.
Tony Zappia serves as the Governance, Risk, & Compliance Program Manager at Kong Inc. He has held this position since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the governance and compliance frameworks within the organization, ensuring that risk management practices align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience in Governance and Risk Management
Prior to his current role, Zappia worked at Rally Health as the Security GRC Director from 2021 to 2022. He also held the position of Data Protection Manager at BB&T from 2017 to 2019. His experience includes significant roles in information security and risk management across various organizations, including CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and Farmers Insurance.
Educational Background in Information Assurance
Tony Zappia studied at Norwich University, where he earned a Master of Science in Information Assurance (MSIA) from 2002 to 2004. He also attended Andrews University. His educational background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in governance, risk, and compliance.
Career Progression in Information Security
Zappia's career in information security began at Perrigo as an Information Security Engineer from 2008 to 2009. He then progressed to various roles, including Business Risk Solutions Manager at HCA Healthcare and Sr. Security Analyst at Kettering Health Network. His diverse experience spans over a decade, focusing on risk management and compliance.
Tenure at Farmers Insurance
From 2011 to 2016, Tony Zappia worked at Farmers Insurance as the Information Security Manager within the Group Information Security department. During this five-year tenure, he was responsible for managing security initiatives and ensuring data protection across the organization.