Bill Abplanalp
About Bill Abplanalp
Bill Abplanalp is a Data Compliance Specialist currently working at Torc Robotics, where he has been since 2021. He has extensive experience in data compliance and information security, having held various roles at organizations such as Deloitte, Radford University, and Virginia Tech.
Current Role at Torc Robotics
Bill Abplanalp serves as a Data Compliance Specialist at Torc Robotics since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring that the company's data practices comply with relevant regulations. He has developed and maintained an information security management program aligned with the ISO 27001 standard, which provides a framework for managing sensitive company information. His work contributes to the overall security posture of the organization.
Previous Experience at Deloitte
Prior to his current position, Bill worked as a Senior Consultant at Deloitte from 2010 to 2011 in Radford, Virginia. During his tenure, he focused on data compliance and security, providing insights and recommendations to enhance organizational practices. His experience at Deloitte contributed to his expertise in data management and compliance.
Educational Background
Bill Abplanalp earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Science and Information Technology from Virginia Tech - Pamplin College of Business, where he studied from 1996 to 2001. He later obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Organizational Leadership from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, completing his studies from 2003 to 2005. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in data compliance and information security.
Experience in Information Security
Bill has extensive experience in information security, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He served as an IT Auditor at Radford University from 2007 to 2010 and later as an Information Security Officer & Identity Management from 2011 to 2014. His responsibilities included conducting in-depth reviews of third-party vendor contracts for data compliance and security concerns, as well as creating training programs for employees on protecting personal and confidential data.
Consulting Experience
Bill's consulting experience includes positions at KPMG and BearingPoint. He worked as an Associate at KPMG from 2001 to 2003 and later as a Senior Consultant at BearingPoint from 2005 to 2007. In these roles, he provided guidance on security and compliance risks during the implementation of new information systems, contributing to the development of secure and compliant IT environments.