Bill Lord, Cism
About Bill Lord, Cism
Bill Lord serves as the Senior Director of IT Security and Chief Information Security Officer at Krispy Kreme, where he has worked since 2020. He has a robust background in IT security and governance, having held various leadership roles at Family Dollar over a span of 16 years.
Current Role at Krispy Kreme
Bill Lord serves as the Senior Director of IT Security and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Krispy Kreme. He has held this position since 2020, where he has been instrumental in transforming the company's IT security framework. His focus has been on creating a proactive, process-based, and risk-focused environment, which enhances the overall security posture of the organization.
Previous Experience at Family Dollar
Bill Lord has extensive experience at Family Dollar, where he held multiple roles over a span of 16 years. He began as Manager of Application Design from 2000 to 2004, then progressed to Director of IT Security from 2006 to 2011. He served as Divisional Vice President of Technical Services from 2011 to 2016, and later as Director of Enterprise Architecture from 2004 to 2006, and Director of IT Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance from 2016 to 2020. During his tenure, he led the IT department through significant growth, expanding the store count from 3,000 to over 8,000.
Education and Expertise
Bill Lord earned his Bachelor's degree from Northeastern University. He possesses expertise in process and program management, which ensures efficient IT operations. His background includes client-focused consulting, enhancing customer satisfaction and engagement. He also has extensive experience in leading merger and acquisition initiatives, contributing to strategic growth within organizations.
Leadership in IT Security
In his leadership roles, Bill Lord has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing IT security frameworks. At Krispy Kreme, he has played a key role in advancing the organization's IT security measures. His experience at Family Dollar included overseeing IT security governance, risk, and compliance, which has equipped him with the skills necessary to manage complex security environments effectively.