Josh Mason, Cissp, Ccsp, Gsec, Ceh
About Josh Mason, Cissp, Ccsp, Gsec, Ceh
Josh Mason is a Senior Staff Security Engineer with extensive experience in information security, having worked at various organizations including Nationwide Insurance, Alliance Data, and Upstart. He specializes in securing corporate data and assets through various security measures and aspires to lead in the information security domain.
Work at Patina
Josh Mason currently serves as a Senior Staff Security Engineer at Patina, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the organization's security posture through various security measures and technologies. His responsibilities include implementing security protocols and managing security operations to protect corporate data and assets.
Previous Employment History
Prior to joining Patina, Josh Mason worked at Upstart as a Senior Security Engineer from 2022 to 2023 and as a Security Engineer from 2020 to 2022. Before his tenure at Upstart, he was employed at Alliance Data Card Services as a Senior Information Security Engineer from 2017 to 2020. His career began at Nationwide Insurance, where he held multiple roles, including Specialist in the Attack and Penetration Team and Senior Analyst in the Security Operations Center.
Education and Expertise
Josh Mason studied at The Ohio State University, where he earned a degree in Computer and Electrical Engineering from 2006 to 2008. He also completed his high school education at Hilliard Davidson High School, graduating in 2006. He holds several professional certifications, including CISSP, CCSP, GSEC, and CEH, which demonstrate his expertise in information security.
Passion for Information Security
Josh Mason has a strong passion for securing corporate data through various methodologies, including Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR). He is also skilled in Mail Security (MailSec), Network Security (NetSec), and Security Operations (SecOps). His commitment to these areas reflects his dedication to maintaining the integrity and security of information systems.
Professional Aspirations
Josh Mason aspires to become a leader within the information security domain. He thrives on challenges and actively seeks growth opportunities in his field. His exceptional communication and social skills, combined with a strong work ethic and attention to detail, position him well for future leadership roles in information security.