Shawn Lewis
About Shawn Lewis
Shawn Lewis serves as the Division Vice President of IT Security & Strategy at Spectrum Brands, Inc., a position he has held since 2022. With over 20 years of experience in IT leadership, he specializes in risk management, regulatory compliance, and information security.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Shawn Lewis currently serves as Division Vice President of IT Security & Strategy at Spectrum Brands, Inc. He has held this position since 2022. Prior to this role, he was the Senior Director of Global Cyber Security at the same company from 2015 to 2022. In his current role, he focuses on implementing risk and control frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing IT security strategies.
Education and Expertise
Shawn Lewis holds a Master's degree in Computer Systems from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, which he completed from 2003 to 2005. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Johnson & Wales University, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. He possesses a CISSP certification, demonstrating his expertise in information security.
Background
Shawn Lewis has over 20 years of experience in IT leadership, with a strong focus on information security and strategic planning. His career includes various roles in information security across multiple organizations. He has worked at Clifton Gunderson LLP as Director of Information Security, CUNA Mutual Group as an IT Technical Security Analyst, and Colony Brands Inc. as Manager of Information Security.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Shawn Lewis has specialized in implementing risk and control frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing both external and internal audits related to IT security. He has a strong background in IT governance and conducting enterprise risk assessments. His skills also extend to IT personnel management, vendor management, and project management, particularly in business continuity and disaster recovery.