Stephen S.
About Stephen S.
Stephen S. serves as a Cyber & IT Risk Supervising Examiner at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, leveraging over 12 years of experience in IT audit and risk management. He has held various roles in notable organizations, including the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and Pfizer, and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Cybersecurity from New York University.
Current Role at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Stephen S. currently serves as a Cyber & IT Risk Supervising Examiner at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. He has held this position since 2022, where he is responsible for overseeing cybersecurity and IT risk assessments. His role involves leading a team of examiners from various U.S. financial regulators to conduct examinations at systemically important financial institutions. He monitors cybersecurity and IT risks, delivering critical insights to executives across the organization.
Previous Experience in IT Audit and Risk Consulting
Stephen S. has over 12 years of experience in IT audit, risk, and controls. He previously worked at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston as the FedNow IT Audit Lead from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he was an IT Audit Associate at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York from 2018 to 2020. His earlier roles include Senior IT Auditor at Pfizer from 2016 to 2018 and IT Advisory Senior Associate at KPMG US from 2013 to 2016. He also worked at Protiviti as an Internal Audit & Financial Advisory Consultant.
Educational Background in Cybersecurity and Accounting
Stephen S. is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Cybersecurity at New York University, expected to graduate in December 2024. He holds a Master of Science in Accounting from the University of Connecticut School of Business, completed in 2014. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Science with All College Honors in Professional Accounting, Accounting Information Systems, Economics, and Finance from Canisius University in 2012. His education also includes a summer study abroad program at Universidad de Salamanca.
Certifications and Professional Development
Stephen S. holds several industry certifications, including the SAFe Agilist certification and the Cornell Leadership Essentials Certificate. He is committed to advancing his cybersecurity skillsets and has participated in various professional development opportunities throughout his career. His certifications complement his extensive experience in IT audit and risk management.
Leadership in Cybersecurity Governance
In his current role, Stephen S. leads teams in conducting cybersecurity and IT governance examinations at systemically important financial institutions. He has a proven track record of monitoring cybersecurity and IT risks, issues, and incidents, ensuring that key messages are effectively communicated to firm executives. His leadership in this area contributes to the overall security and resilience of financial systems.