Christopher Vivar
About Christopher Vivar
Christopher Vivar is an Information Systems Security Officer at MAXIMUS and the Director of Facilities at Children's Learning Adventure, with a background in facilities management and cybersecurity.
Title
Christopher Vivar holds the position of Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) at MAXIMUS and currently also serves as the Director of Facilities at Children's Learning Adventure. With his role at MAXIMUS located in Tempe, Arizona, he has built a reputation in both cybersecurity and facilities management.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Vivar studied at Fullerton College, where he earned an Associate of Arts (AA) in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration in 2010. He furthered his education by attaining a Bachelor's degree in Human Services from the University of Phoenix between 2000 and 2003. His education provided him with a solid foundation in law enforcement, human services, and management, which he has applied throughout his career.
Professional Background
Christopher Vivar has accumulated extensive experience across various industries. He commenced his career in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served for 12 years, acquiring significant leadership and management skills. He then transitioned to the private sector, holding positions such as Shop Operations Manager at U.S. Pre-Finished Metal Corp. (2012-2014) and Facilities Director/Manager at WCCT Global (2014-2019). He has also worked as a Facilities Specialist at MAXIMUS (2019-2020) before transitioning to his current role as ISSO.
Current Roles
In his current employment, Christopher Vivar serves as the Director of Facilities at Children's Learning Adventure since 2021. Simultaneously, since 2020, he has held the role of Information Systems Security Officer at MAXIMUS, located in Tempe, Arizona. These dual roles capitalize on his diverse skill set in both facilities management and cybersecurity.
Cyber Security Advocacy
Christopher Vivar is an advocate for cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of human relations and protection in the digital realm. His role as an ISSO involves working closely with information systems to safeguard sensitive information. He leverages his extensive background to promote best practices in security and effective management of cybersecurity risks.