Spencer Strausbaugh
About Spencer Strausbaugh
Spencer Strausbaugh is a Manager at Protiviti with a background in IT audit and digital forensics.
Title and Current Role
Spencer Strausbaugh is currently working as a Manager at Protiviti. He has been with Protiviti in Chicago since 2012. His responsibilities include conducting interviews related to security policy documentation and recommending improvements.
Previous Experience
Before joining Protiviti, Spencer Strausbaugh worked at Sears Holdings Corporation as an IT Audit Intern. He held this position in Hoffman Estates, IL, for 2 months in 2011. This role allowed him to gain foundational experience in IT auditing.
Education and Expertise
Spencer Strausbaugh earned his Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Digital Forensics from The Defiance College, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. His academic background in digital forensics provided a strong foundation for his career in IT security and auditing.
Professional Contributions
In his role at Protiviti, Spencer Strausbaugh has been responsible for several significant tasks. He has suggested changes to firewall configurations for a financial institution to improve security, data integrity, and availability. Additionally, he conducted a SOC II readiness review, identifying gaps and ensuring compliance with best practices. He has also reviewed SOC reports from cloud providers to ensure they meet industry standards and has been involved in drafting and editing reports to management, presenting complex technical data in an accessible format.