Joe Blanchard
About Joe Blanchard
Joe Blanchard serves as the Chief Information Officer and Chief Security Officer at Swirlds Labs, bringing over 15 years of experience in security across various sectors, including government and finance.
Current Role at Swirlds Labs
Joe Blanchard serves as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Security Officer (CSO) at Swirlds Labs, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he provides strategic leadership in information technology and security, ensuring the integrity and safety of the organization's digital assets. His responsibilities include overseeing security protocols and managing IT infrastructure to support the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Kraken Digital Asset Exchange
Before joining Swirlds Labs, Joe Blanchard worked at Kraken Digital Asset Exchange as the Director of Security from 2018 to 2023. In this capacity, he was responsible for developing and implementing security strategies to protect the exchange's digital assets. His leadership contributed to enhancing the overall security posture of the organization during a critical period of growth in the cryptocurrency sector.
Background in Cybersecurity and Application Security
Joe Blanchard has a diverse background in cybersecurity and application security, having held various roles across multiple organizations. He worked as a Cyber and Application Security Lead at Allstate from 2017 to 2018 and as a Senior Software Security Analyst at Morningstar from 2015 to 2017. His experience includes leading security initiatives and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Leadership Roles in OWASP Foundation
Joe Blanchard has been actively involved with the OWASP Foundation, serving as the St. Louis OWASP Chapter Lead from 2016 to 2024 and as the Chicago OWASP Chapter Lead from 2016 to 2017. In these roles, he fostered community engagement and promoted best practices in application security among local developers and organizations.
Experience with the Department of Defense
Joe Blanchard has experience working with the Department of Defense (DOD) in a security capacity. This experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of security requirements and protocols necessary for government operations, further enhancing his expertise in securing products for government and defense sectors.