Charles Herren
About Charles Herren
Charles Herren is an Information Security Analyst specializing in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) at OneTrust since 2022. He has a diverse background in information security roles and possesses skills in penetration testing, SQL scripting, and Agile project management.
Work at OneTrust
Charles Herren has been employed at OneTrust as an Information Security Analyst in the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) sector since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the organization's security posture by implementing best practices in information security and compliance. His responsibilities include assessing risks, managing security protocols, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current position, Charles Herren held various roles in the information security and IT support sectors. He worked at Aaron's, Inc as an Application Support Analyst from 2015 to 2017. He then joined CompliancePoint, where he served as a Quality Assurance Analyst from 2019 to 2021 and as an Associate Security Consultant for 9 months in 2021. Additionally, he worked at Intercontinental Exchange as a Client Support Specialist II from 2018 to 2019 and at LASSO Workforce as a Technical Support Specialist in 2017.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Charles Herren possesses a range of technical skills relevant to information security. He is proficient in penetration testing tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, and Nexpose. He has experience in SQL scripting for data analysis and reporting. Additionally, he is skilled in configuring and monitoring Splunk for security information and event management. His expertise also includes Agile project management, where he defines user stories and manages backlogs using Jira.
Cybersecurity Engagement and Activities
Charles Herren actively participates in cybersecurity challenges on platforms such as Hack The Box and TryHackMe. These activities allow him to enhance his skills and stay updated on the latest trends and techniques in cybersecurity. He has also set up a home lab environment to gain hands-on experience with virtualization technologies.