Ashley S.
About Ashley S.
Ashley S. serves as the Director of Global Governance and Risk at SANS Institute, where she has worked since 2018. With extensive experience in information security and compliance, she has held various roles in organizations such as Michigan Technological University and Dana Corporation, specializing in IT controls and regulatory compliance.
Current Role at SANS Institute
Ashley S. serves as the Director of Global Governance and Risk at SANS Institute, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing governance frameworks and risk management strategies within the organization. Her leadership focuses on enhancing the security posture of the institution while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Previous Experience at SANS Institute
Ashley S. has held multiple roles at SANS Institute. She worked as an Information Security Risk Analyst- Contractor from 2015 to 2016 for eight months. Following this, she served as the Director of Risk & Compliance Strategy for the Securing The Human Program from 2016 to 2018, where she contributed to developing risk management strategies and compliance initiatives.
Professional Background in Information Security
Ashley S. has extensive experience in the field of information security. She worked as the Chief Information Compliance Officer at Michigan Technological University from 2013 to 2016 and as an Information Compliance Officer from 2009 to 2013. Her background includes roles as an IT Consultant at Plante & Moran, PLLC, and as an Internal IT Auditor at Dana Corporation.
Education and Expertise
Ashley S. earned her Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems from Michigan Technological University, completing her studies from 2001 to 2005. She later obtained a Master of Science in Information Assurance and Security from Capella University, studying from 2013 to 2015. Her expertise includes conducting compliance reviews for regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA, as well as skills in GAP Assessments, Control Design, and Business Continuity Planning.
Specializations in Risk Management
Ashley S. specializes in IT General and Application Control reviews, with a strong focus on risk assessment and business impact analysis. She has a proven track record in policy development, testing, and remediation. Her experience encompasses a wide range of compliance frameworks, making her proficient in managing complex regulatory environments.