Jacob Atwood
About Jacob Atwood
Jacob Atwood is a Senior IT Auditor with extensive experience in information security and compliance. He holds multiple certifications and currently works at Schellman, having previously held roles at DigiCal, WhiteHat Partners, and Tevora.
Work at Schellman
Jacob Atwood has been employed at Schellman as a Senior IT Auditor since 2022. His role involves conducting audits and assessments to ensure compliance with various information security standards. He works remotely from Orange County, California, and has contributed to the organization's efforts in maintaining high standards of information security and risk management.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Prior to his current position, Jacob Atwood worked at WhiteHat Partners, LLC as an Information Security Consultant from 2019 to 2022. He also served as an Information Security Analyst at the same company from 2018 to 2019. His earlier experience includes a web development role at DigiCal from 2017 to 2018 and an internship at Tevora in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Jacob Atwood is currently studying at Tulane University School of Professional Advancement, beginning in 2024. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science: Information Systems from Biola University, completed in 2019. He has obtained several certifications, including Certified Information Systems Auditor, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, and ISO 9001 Provisional Auditor.
Specializations in Information Security
Jacob specializes in various aspects of information security, including Leadership, Compliance, Risk Management, Incident Response, and Threat Intelligence. He has expertise in frameworks such as SOC 2, TISAX, and FedRamp, which are critical for organizations seeking to enhance their security posture.