Phillip Smith
About Phillip Smith
Phillip Smith is the Director of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) at Nuspire, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in information security and military intelligence, with previous roles at First Horizon Bank, Asurion, and the US Army.
Current Role at Nuspire
Phillip Smith serves as the Director of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) at Nuspire. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the organization's efforts in managing risk and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. His role involves overseeing security governance frameworks and implementing risk management strategies to protect the company's information assets.
Previous Experience at Nuspire
Prior to his current role, Phillip Smith worked at Nuspire as an Information Security Manager from 2021 to 2022. In this capacity, he was responsible for managing the organization's information security program, ensuring the protection of sensitive data, and addressing security incidents. His tenure lasted for eight months, during which he focused on enhancing the company's security posture.
Experience at First Horizon Bank
Phillip Smith worked as a Senior Security Architect at First Horizon Bank from 2019 to 2021. During his two years in this role, based in Nashville, Tennessee, he developed and implemented security architectures to safeguard the bank's information systems. His efforts contributed to the overall security strategy of the financial institution.
Military Background
Phillip Smith served in the US Army as an Intelligence Analyst from 2009 to 2012. His military experience included assignments at Fort Knox, Kentucky, and Al-Taji, Iraq. In this role, he gathered and analyzed intelligence data, contributing to mission planning and operational effectiveness.
Career at Asurion
Phillip Smith was employed at Asurion as a Senior Principal Security Architect from 2005 to 2019. Over his 14-year tenure, he played a key role in designing and implementing security solutions to protect the company's technology infrastructure. His work focused on enhancing the security measures in place to defend against emerging threats.