Andrew Wippl, Cissp
About Andrew Wippl, Cissp
Andrew Wippl is an Information Security Officer with a background in Computer Science from the University of Virginia. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity, having worked at Symplicity Corporation in various roles since 2015, where he has led significant security initiatives and managed security for numerous applications.
Work at Symplicity
Andrew Wippl currently serves as the Information Security Officer at Symplicity Corporation, a position he has held since 2021. His responsibilities include managing security for 20 web and mobile applications, ensuring robust security measures for millions of users. Prior to this role, he worked at Symplicity in various capacities, including Software Engineer from 2015 to 2016 and Global Technical Solutions Engineer from 2017 to 2021. During his tenure, he spearheaded the implementation of a unified global privacy policy and led the integration of cybersecurity programs into three international acquisitions, achieving ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II certifications.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Wippl studied Computer Science at the University of Virginia, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2011 to 2013. He also completed an Associate of Science in Business Administration at Northern Virginia Community College from 2008 to 2011. His educational background includes studies at the American School of Madrid, Langley High School, and the American International School Vienna. His expertise encompasses advanced technical risk management, compliance with NIST 800-53 (Moderate), and the implementation of cybersecurity platforms.
Background
Andrew Wippl has a diverse professional background in information security and software development. He began his career as a Web Developer at Creative2 in 2013 for six months. He then joined Symplicity Corporation, where he worked as a Full Stack Engineer for four months in 2016 and later transitioned to various engineering roles. His experience spans over eight years in the technology sector, focusing on security and privacy programs.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Andrew Wippl has achieved significant milestones in information security. He executed an advanced technical risk management program based on NIST RMF principles, enhancing the organization's security and privacy initiatives. He successfully implemented over 15 cybersecurity platforms within five years, utilizing a combination of open-source tools. Additionally, he maintained a perfect audit record with no non-conformities during audits, demonstrating his commitment to compliance and security excellence.