Derek Parks, Cissp, Cisa, Qsa, Cbcp
About Derek Parks, Cissp, Cisa, Qsa, Cbcp
Derek Parks is the Director of Cyber & Risk Advisory Services at Marcum LLP, with over 17 years of experience in IT risk, cybersecurity, audit, and compliance across various sectors. He has a strong background in privacy compliance management and disaster recovery, and has held several key positions in organizations such as Sunera LLC and Focal Point Data Risk.
Work at Marcum
Derek Parks serves as the Director of Cyber & Risk Advisory Services at Marcum LLP, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on providing strategic guidance in cybersecurity and risk management to clients across various industries. His responsibilities include developing IT security strategies and advising Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) on best practices for managing cybersecurity risks.
Education and Expertise
Derek Parks holds a Master of Science (MS) in Decision and Information Sciences from the University of Florida - Warrington College of Business, which he completed from 2003 to 2004. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration from the same institution, graduating in 2003. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in IT risk, cybersecurity, audit, and compliance.
Background
Derek Parks has over 17 years of experience in the fields of IT risk, cybersecurity, audit, and compliance. He has worked across multiple sectors, including retail, healthcare, and financial services. His career includes significant roles at various organizations, where he has developed a strong understanding of privacy compliance management, particularly related to PCI DSS and SOX.
Previous Experience
Before joining Marcum LLP, Derek Parks held several key positions in the cybersecurity field. He worked at Focal Point Data Risk as Director of Cyber Strategy and IT Strategy Services from 2015 to 2020. Prior to that, he was a Senior Manager at Sunera LLC from 2014 to 2015, and he also served as a Senior IT Internal Auditor at CoreLogic from 2006 to 2011. His diverse roles have contributed to his comprehensive knowledge in disaster recovery and business continuity assessments.
Leadership and Team Management
Derek Parks has demonstrated a strong ability to establish, manage, and mentor teams throughout his career. His leadership skills are evident in his effective planning, coaching, and administration practices. He has successfully guided teams in various capacities, ensuring that they are well-equipped to handle the complexities of cybersecurity and risk management.