Chris Paterson
About Chris Paterson
Chris Paterson is the Director of Strategy for OneTrust's Third Party Risk Management division, having held various roles within the company since 2018. He has a background in consulting and strategy, with previous positions at IBM and Polecat - Incisive Intelligence.
Current Role at OneTrust
Chris Paterson serves as the Director of Strategy for OneTrust Third Party Risk Management. In this role, he focuses on developing strategic initiatives to enhance the company's risk management offerings. He has been in this position since 2022, contributing to the company's growth and adaptation in the risk management sector.
Previous Experience at OneTrust
Prior to his current role, Chris Paterson held multiple positions at OneTrust. He worked as the Director of Solutions Engineering EMEA from 2020 to 2022, where he oversaw engineering solutions across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He also served as a Strategic Solutions Engineer from 2019 to 2020 and as an Enterprise Solutions Engineer from 2018 to 2019, focusing on delivering tailored solutions to clients.
Experience at Polecat - Incisive Intelligence
Chris Paterson worked at Polecat - Incisive Intelligence in two capacities. He was a Client Strategist from 2017 to 2018, where he developed client relationships and strategies. He then served as the Presales Lead for four months in 2018, focusing on pre-sales activities and client engagement in London, United Kingdom.
Consulting Background at IBM
Chris Paterson's experience includes a tenure at IBM Global Business Services. He worked as a Consultant from 2014 to 2016, followed by a role as Senior Consultant from 2016 to 2017 in the Greater New York City Area. His responsibilities included providing consulting services and developing solutions for various clients.
Education and Academic Background
Chris Paterson earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Security Studies from University College London (UCL) in 2013. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with Distinction in International Relations from Boston University, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in strategy and risk management.