Chris Finucane
About Chris Finucane
Chris Finucane is an IT Specialist currently working at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, focusing on data analytics in a regulatory environment. He has held various roles in government agencies, including Deputy Chief Information Officer at the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Director of Enterprise Operations at the U.S. House of Representatives.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Chris Finucane has been employed at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as an IT Specialist since 2021. In this role, he operates within the SEC Office of Inspector General, where he emphasizes data analytics in a regulatory context. His work contributes to the SEC's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets.
Previous Experience at U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Prior to his current role, Chris Finucane served as the Deputy Chief Information Officer at the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission for a duration of six months in 2021. His responsibilities in this position involved overseeing information technology strategies and initiatives to enhance the agency's operational capabilities.
Career at U.S. Department of Energy
Chris Finucane held multiple positions at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). He worked as the Director of the Service Maintenance Office from 2018 to 2019 and then transitioned to the role of Associate Deputy Chief Information Officer from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at DOE focused on improving information technology services and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Chris Finucane earned a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Management from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, where he studied from 1988 to 1990. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Technology Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus, completing his studies from 2005 to 2009. His educational background supports his expertise in information technology and management.
Background in U.S. House of Representatives and USMC
Before his roles in federal agencies, Chris Finucane worked at the U.S. House of Representatives as the Director of Enterprise Operations from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he served as the RASC Director for the United States Marine Corps (USMC) at MCAS El Toro from 1992 to 1995. These positions contributed to his extensive experience in managing information technology operations.