Topher Chung
About Topher Chung
Topher Chung is the Director of Security at Webflow, bringing over 19 years of experience in information security. He has held leadership roles in security engineering at several prominent tech companies, including Intuit, Twitter, and OneLogin.
Current Role at Webflow
Topher Chung serves as the Director of Security at Webflow, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the security strategy and implementation within the organization. His responsibilities include managing security protocols and ensuring the integrity of Webflow's systems and data. His tenure at Webflow has been marked by a focus on enhancing security measures to protect user information and maintain compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience in Security Management
Prior to joining Webflow, Topher Chung held several significant roles in security management. He was the Head of Security at Elementum SCM from 2015 to 2017, where he was responsible for developing security policies and practices. He then served as the Director of Security Engineering at OneLogin from 2018 to 2021, focusing on security engineering initiatives. Additionally, he worked as the Sr. Manager of Application Security at MZ for one year in 2017, further solidifying his expertise in application security.
Background in Information Security
Topher Chung has over 19 years of experience in the field of Information Security. He began his career at Intuit, where he worked as a Staff Information Security Engineer from 2006 to 2011 and later as a Senior Software Engineer/Security Engineer from 1997 to 2006. He also gained experience as a Senior Information Security Engineer at Twitter from 2011 to 2015. His diverse background includes roles that span application security and security engineering management.
Educational Qualifications
Topher Chung has a diverse educational background. He studied at Deerfield Academy, achieving his high school diploma from 1987 to 1990. He then attended Emory University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Mathematics, and Computer Science from 1990 to 1994. Following this, he pursued a Master of Science in Computer Science at the University of Oregon from 1995 to 1997. Additionally, he served as a Graduate Teaching Fellow and a Graduate Research Fellow at the University of Oregon.
Leadership Roles in Technology Companies
Throughout his career, Topher Chung has held leadership roles in security engineering across multiple technology companies. His experience includes managing security teams and implementing security frameworks at notable organizations such as Intuit, Twitter, Elementum, and MZ. His leadership has contributed to the development of robust security practices in these firms, enhancing their overall security posture.