Ed Kenna
About Ed Kenna
Ed Kenna is the VP of IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity at Novocure, with over 30 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity.
Current Role at Novocure
Ed Kenna currently holds the position of VP IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity at Novocure in Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania, United States. He leads strategic initiatives to enhance the organization's IT infrastructure and cybersecurity measures. His role involves overseeing the development and implementation of advanced cybersecurity protocols to ensure data protection and compliance with industry standards.
Experience at Novocure
Ed Kenna has an extensive tenure at Novocure, starting as Associate Director IT from 2016 to 2020. He then advanced to Sr. Director Cybersecurity, serving from 2020 to 2022, before being promoted to his current role as VP IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity. During his time at Novocure, Kenna has played a pivotal role in implementing AI-driven cybersecurity solutions and enhancing overall cybersecurity measures.
Past Professional Experience
Before joining Novocure, Ed Kenna held multiple notable positions including VP Technical Operations at iPacesetters, LLC. from 2012 to 2016, and at TCIM Services from 2005 to 2012. He also served as VP Networks & Security at Universal Trading Tech Corp (UTTC) and VP Systems & Security at Vie Financial Group. Early in his career, Kenna was with Booz Allen & Hamilton as Sr. Associate and worked as an Engineer at the Department Of Defense.
Educational Background
Ed Kenna has a strong educational foundation in the fields of software and computer engineering. He earned his MS in Software Engineering and AI from The Johns Hopkins University (1989-1991) and completed his BS in Computer Engineering from Northern Arizona University (1981-1986). His education has provided him with a robust technical background that supports his extensive career in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity.
Specialization in Cybersecurity
With over 30 years of experience, Ed Kenna specializes in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity. He has a proven track record of leading large-scale IT projects and has been instrumental in developing and executing cybersecurity strategies to mitigate cyber threats. His expertise includes compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement among IT professionals.