Nigel Miller
About Nigel Miller
Nigel Miller is the Vice President and Deputy Chief Information Security Officer at Maximus, with over 20 years of experience in information security and enterprise technology solutions.
Current Role and Responsibilities
Nigel Miller currently serves as the Vice President and Deputy Chief Information Security Officer at Maximus, starting in 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's information security operations and engineering. With over 20 years of experience in delivering enterprise technology and information security solutions, Nigel leads the charge in developing comprehensive cybersecurity programs and streamlining processes.
Previous Roles and Industry Experience
Before his current position, Nigel Miller held several key roles in various organizations. He worked at Synovus as a Senior Manager in Information Security from 2016 to 2019. Prior to that, he spent four years at Aflac as a Senior Information Security Engineer. His career also includes a year at SAIC as an Information Security Consultant and three years at HNTB as a Database Administrator. Nigel has demonstrated expertise across the Financial, Insurance, and Technology industries.
Leadership in Cybersecurity Communities
Nigel Miller has been active in cybersecurity communities, specifically through his involvement with the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA). He served as the Columbus, Georgia Chapter President in 2020 and as Vice President in 2021. His leadership roles within ISSA illustrate his commitment to advancing the field of information security and sharing best practices with peers in the industry.
Educational Background and Certifications
Nigel Miller holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Columbus State University, completed in 2012. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the same institution in 2006. In addition to his degrees, Nigel is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), further validating his expertise in cybersecurity and IT auditing.
Technical Skills and Tools Proficiency
Nigel Miller possesses a robust set of technical skills and is proficient in multiple programming languages, including Python, JAVA, C#, C++, and C. He has extensive experience with various cybersecurity tools like Suricata, Tipping Point, McAfee, and Bluecoat. These skills complement his ability to analyze and develop comprehensive cybersecurity programs, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats.