Alexandra Makely
About Alexandra Makely
Alexandra Makely is the Senior Manager of GRC at WP Engine in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, with over a decade of experience in risk management and compliance.
Current Role at WP Engine
Alexandra Makely is currently serving as the Senior Manager of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) at WP Engine, located in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area. In this position, she oversees the company's GRC initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and promoting security best practices.
Previous Roles at WP Engine
Before her current role, Alexandra Makely was instrumental in the compliance and security landscape of WP Engine. She served as the Principal Compliance Program Manager, Security, from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, she was the Senior Compliance Program Manager, Security, from 2018 to 2020. Throughout her tenure, she played a key role in enhancing WP Engine's security compliance frameworks.
Experience at EY
Alexandra Makely's professional journey began at EY in Chicago, where she spent six years working in Risk Advisory. During her time at EY, she held the position of Manager and contributed to numerous risk management and compliance projects. This role laid the foundation for her expertise in security compliance.
Educational Background
Alexandra Makely holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business. She completed her degree in 2012. Her academic background provided a robust foundation for her career in business and compliance.
Career Transition and Progression
Alexandra Makely transitioned from EY to WP Engine and has been with WP Engine for over five years. Over the course of her tenure, she advanced through several roles, from Senior Compliance Program Manager to Principal Compliance Program Manager, and ultimately to her current role as Senior Manager of GRC. Her career progression reflects a deepening expertise in risk management and security compliance.