Ed Rick
About Ed Rick
Ed Rick serves as the Director of Compliance and Security at Workera, where he manages vendor relationships and oversees vulnerability management. He has extensive experience in information security and compliance, having held various roles at Bank of America and Degreed over the past two decades.
Current Role at Workera
Ed Rick serves as the Director of Compliance and Security at Workera since 2023. In this role, he manages third-party vendor relationships and oversees vulnerability management. He is also responsible for the Information Security Management System (ISMS) and the execution of information security communications and implementation plans. Additionally, he oversees the implementation and coordination of security awareness training programs.
Previous Experience at Bank of America
Ed Rick held several positions at Bank of America from 2006 to 2017. He worked as a VP, Sr Technical Delivery Manager for eight years, where he managed technical delivery processes. He then transitioned to the role of Production Support and Application On-Boarding Manager for two years, focusing on service operations. He also served as the Major Incident Management Manager for one year, overseeing incident management processes.
Experience at Degreed
At Degreed, Ed Rick held multiple roles from 2017 to 2023. He served as the Director of Technical Solutions for one year, followed by a position as Sr. Security Program Manager for four years. He briefly worked as a Product Manager - Integrations for six months and as a Strategic Technology Advisor for five months in 2019. His roles involved managing security programs and advising on technology integrations.
Educational Background
Ed Rick studied Computer Engineering at Arizona State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) from 1993 to 1996. He also attended Mesa Community College, focusing on Computer Engineering from 1991 to 1992. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in compliance and security.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
Ed Rick's responsibilities include overseeing risk management programs, incident management, and Identity and Access Management (IAM) programs. He acts as the Data Protection Officer, responsible for internal and external audits, management reviews, and corrective action plans. His technical skills are essential for managing compliance and security initiatives within organizations.