James Cleere
About James Cleere
James Cleere is a Program Owner specializing in Cyber Security and Risk at Travelport, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in software development and compliance, with previous roles at Travelport, FieldAware, and Sun Microsystems, among others.
Current Role at Travelport
James Cleere currently holds the position of Program Owner in Cyber Security & Risk at Travelport, a role he has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, he focuses on ensuring compliance with PCI DSS and GDPR regulations. His responsibilities include overseeing various cybersecurity initiatives and managing risk assessments to protect the organization's information assets.
Previous Experience at Travelport
James Cleere has an extensive history with Travelport, where he worked in various capacities. He served as a Compliance (eGRC) professional from 2020 to 2022, contributing to the organization's governance, risk management, and compliance efforts. Prior to that, he was a Software Development Manager from 2016 to 2020, where he managed software development projects and teams in Dublin, Ireland.
Professional Background in Software Development
James Cleere has significant experience in software development management. He worked as a Software Development Manager at FieldAware from 2014 to 2016 and at Sun Microsystems from 2001 to 2005. His role involved leading development teams and ensuring the successful delivery of software solutions. Additionally, he served as a Delivery Manager at Perigord Life Science Artwork Solutions from 2011 to 2014.
Educational Qualifications
James Cleere holds multiple degrees from reputable institutions. He earned a Bachelor of Engineering from University College Dublin, where he studied from 1982 to 1986. He later obtained a Master of Science in Design from Trinity Business School in 1990. Additionally, he completed a Master of Business Administration at University College Dublin from 1995 to 1997, further enhancing his business acumen.
Expertise in Cyber Security and Compliance
James Cleere has developed expertise in cyber security, particularly in vulnerability management and configuration management databases (CMDB) aligned with NIST standards. He has worked as a liaison for European-based SAFe Agile Release Trains (ARTs), collaborating with Cyber Architecture, Cyber Engineering, and Red Team to enhance the organization's security posture.