James K.
About James K.
James K. is the Director of IT Security at Strata Decision Technology, where he oversees global security operations across 22 offices since 2022. With a background in information security management and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, he has held various roles in the field, including positions at Blue Chip Marketing Worldwide and Huron.
Work at Strata Decision Technology
James K. has been serving as the Director of IT Security at Strata Decision Technology since 2022. In this role, he manages global security operations across 22 offices located in the U.S., Brazil, Europe, and Asia. His responsibilities include overseeing the security posture of the organization and ensuring compliance with industry standards. He reports on information security status and issues to the IT Steering Committee on a monthly basis.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Before joining Strata Decision Technology, James K. held several significant positions in the field of information security. He worked as the Director of Information Security at Blue Chip Marketing Worldwide from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he served as the Director of Security and Networking at Huron from 2013 to 2020. His earlier experience includes a role as Global Security Manager at Mayer Brown from 2005 to 2013, where he conducted annual independent security audits and managed physical security audits for the firm's facilities.
Education and Expertise
James K. earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business Administration from the University of Illinois Chicago, completing his studies from 2009 to 2013. His educational background supports his expertise in managing security operations and conducting risk assessments. He has developed skills in gap analysis, risk mitigation, and compliance through his various roles in the information security sector.
Budget Management and Security Operations
In his previous roles, James K. administered a $1.5 million annual budget for global security operations. He has experience in conducting gap analysis to identify risk posture gaps and has collaborated with firm Risk Management to assess and mitigate information security risks. His work includes creating scopes and charters for independent security audits and vetting vendors to ensure effective security measures.
Early Career in IT Support
James K. began his career in the information technology sector as a Help Desk Analyst at Republic Services from 2002 to 2004. He also worked as a Network Analyst at the Association of National Advertisers from 2004 to 2005. These early experiences provided him with a foundational understanding of IT support and network security, which he has built upon throughout his career.