Chris Burnett
About Chris Burnett
Chris Burnett is the VP and Chief Information Security Officer at NASCO and serves on the IBM Security Board of Advisors in Atlanta, GA.
Current Role at IBM
Chris Burnett serves on the IBM Security Board of Advisors in Atlanta, GA. In this role, he contributes to shaping and advising on security strategies, policies, and initiatives for IBM Security. His expertise in information security positions him to offer valuable insights and recommendations to the advisory board.
Position at NASCO
Chris Burnett is the Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at NASCO, located in the Greater Atlanta Area. In this capacity, he oversees the company's information security strategies, ensuring the protection of data and compliance with regulatory requirements. He manages a team responsible for maintaining the organization's cybersecurity postures.
Previous Experience at Anthem, Inc.
Chris Burnett worked at Anthem, Inc. as the Senior Director of Information Security from 2005 to 2017. During his 12-year tenure in the Greater Atlanta Area, he was responsible for steering comprehensive information security programs and managing vendor security risk. He implemented measures to evaluate and mitigate security risks associated with third-party suppliers handling Protected Health Information (PHI).
Education and Certifications
Chris Burnett has completed several programs to bolster his expertise in information security. He studied at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he completed the CyberSecurity Senior Leadership Program in 2016. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management (BSBM) from an unspecified institution, achieved between 2004 and 2007, and an Associate of Science (AS) in Computer Science, earned between 1999 and 2001.
Vendor Security Risk Management Program
At WellPoint, Chris Burnett implemented and managed the Vendor Security Risk Management program. This initiative evaluated the security practices and controls of over 100 third-party suppliers that handled Protected Health Information (PHI). Burnett led a virtual team of consultants and associates, developed HIPAA-specific documentation, and provided quarterly executive-level presentations regarding vendor risk and compliance.