James Fang
About James Fang
James Fang is a Principal Global Security Architect specializing in cloud security, currently working at QBE Insurance and Standard Chartered Bank. He has a strong background in information security, with degrees in Economics, Accounting, Finance, and Commerce, and extensive experience in developing security frameworks for digital banking.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
James Fang has been serving as the Principal Global Security Architect - Cloud at QBE Insurance Group since 2018. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the security architecture for cloud-based systems within the organization. His responsibilities include developing and implementing security frameworks that ensure the protection of sensitive data and compliance with industry regulations.
Current Role at Standard Chartered Bank
In addition to his role at QBE Insurance Group, James Fang has been working as a Security Architect at Standard Chartered Bank since 2019. His work involves designing and implementing security measures to protect the bank's digital assets and infrastructure. This position complements his extensive experience in the financial sector, particularly in security architecture.
Previous Experience at Commonwealth Bank
James Fang has had a long tenure at Commonwealth Bank, where he has worked as a Security Architect since 2007. His role involves overseeing the security protocols and measures for the bank's operations in Australia. He previously served as a Security Manager from 2005 to 2007, contributing to the bank's security initiatives during that time.
Educational Background
James Fang holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Commerce and a Master of Business Administration. He studied Information Systems at Macquarie University from 2003 to 2005 and earned his MBA from AGSM @ UNSW Business School from 2008 to 2011. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Accounting, and Finance at Monash University from 1989 to 1994. This diverse educational background supports his expertise in both technical and business aspects of information security.
Experience at Microsoft
James Fang worked at Microsoft from 1995 to 2005, where he held two positions: Support Engineer and Security and Infrastructure Consultant. During his time at Microsoft, he gained valuable experience in security protocols and infrastructure management, which laid the foundation for his later roles in security architecture within the banking and finance sectors.