Blake Roth
About Blake Roth
Blake Roth serves as the AVP of IT Information Security at F&G, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in information security, having previously worked in various roles at organizations such as GuideOne Insurance and Nationwide Insurance.
Work at F&G
Blake Roth currently serves as the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of IT Information Security at F&G, a position he has held since 2022. Prior to this role, he was the Director of Information Security at F&G from 2019 to 2022. In these positions, he has been responsible for overseeing the organization's information security strategies and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Education and Expertise
Blake Roth is pursuing a Master of Engineering in Cybersecurity at the SANS Technology Institute, a program he began in 2022. He previously studied Business Management at Buena Vista University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2010 to 2020. Additionally, he completed courses at SANS, including SEC579 - Virtualization and Private Cloud Security in 2015 and SEC545 - Cloud Security Architecture and Operations in 2017.
Background
Blake Roth has a diverse professional background in information security and IT operations. He began his career at Nationwide Insurance, where he held various roles from 2006 to 2011, including Systems Analyst and Sr. Analyst in IT Operations. He later worked at GuideOne Insurance as Manager of IT Security and Compliance and at Casey's General Stores, Inc. as Senior Systems Security Engineer.
Professional Experience
Blake Roth has accumulated extensive experience in the field of information security. He worked at GuideOne Insurance from 2011 to 2019, where he progressed from Data Security Analyst III to Manager of IT Security and Compliance. He also held a position at Berkley Technology Services as an Enterprise Monitoring Systems Specialist for eight months in 2011. His roles have consistently focused on enhancing security measures and compliance protocols.
Career Progression
Blake Roth's career reflects a steady progression in the information security domain. After his initial roles at Nationwide Insurance, he transitioned to GuideOne Insurance and later to F&G, where he has taken on increasing responsibilities in security management. His experience spans various aspects of IT security, risk management, and compliance, showcasing his commitment to the field.