Damien Achey
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University of Kansas Medical Center
Director of Information Security
Farmers Bank & Trust is a full-service community bank that serves the Western Kansas and Kansas City markets.
As VP of Information Security, I was accountable for managing the bank’s key Information Security initiatives and shaping a best-in-class cybersecurity infrastructure.
To carry out my mandate, I developed robust information security policies informed by industry best practices, enforced compliance with internal/external IS standards and regulations, anticipated and mitigated operational risk, deployed state-of-the-art IT systems, and protected nearly $1B in bank assets.
Some of my additional contributions include :
➥ Evaluated the adherence of all operational procedures to existing and emerging banking regulations.
➥ Identified and remediate gaps in regulatory compliance for all IT assets and electronic payment processes.
➥ Developed and implemented the Business Continuity Management Program; shaped a holistic Business Continuity and Incident Response plan as part of the risk management strategy.
➥ Implemented threat detection/threat prevention and incident management protocols to deter, pre-empt, and manage emerging risks.
➥ Supported the leadership team by providing technical insights and subject matter expertise on a broad range of IS and IT issues.
➥ Conducted routine IT assessments to evaluate the confidentiality, integrity, controls, and overall risk profile of the organization.
➥ Developed a cohesive Enterprise Vendor Management Program to successfully consolidate and automate the vendor review process; ensured that all established control, compliance, and risk management guidelines are enforced.
➥ Coordinated a third-party audits and regulatory reviews as needed to maintain operational compliance.
2021 : 2022
Farmers Bank & Trust
VP - Information Security Officer / Vendor Management Officer
In 2020, I established an equities trading company to trade using private capital. During this time, I developed a comprehensive overview and nuanced understanding of the financial and securities industry.
I also learned entrepreneurship best practices, financial planning, and the effective use of market analyses to position the firm competitively within the industry.
2020 : 2021
Achey Capital LLC
Managing Member
As Director of Information Security, I was tasked with managing and developing the credit union's Information Security Program.
To carry out my mandate, I worked with key Risk, Audit, Compliance, and Executive teams to ensure the security, integrity, accessibility, and confidentiality of the organization’s information systems.
Here are some of the ways I’ve made positive contributions to business performance :
➥ Positioned the IT unit as a true business partner capable of advancing the organization’s mission and business goals.
➥ Developed a broad Information Security roadmap to support the organization’s digital transformation and Cloud implementation initiative.
➥ Coordinated a suite of risk assessments to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities.
➥ Advised the Executive team on a range of critical security issues; solutions to mitigate emerging risks.
➥ Ensured compliance with all NCUA, FFIEC, GLBA, PCI DSS, NIST 800-53, and ISO 27001 standards and best practice guidelines.
2019 : 2020
CommunityAmerica Credit Union
Director, Information Security
As VP of Information Security, I was responsible for overseeing the bank’s Information Security Program to support the executive team and Board of Directors’ business strategy.
I analyzed, overhauled, and transformed the organization’s risk management and information security approach to facilitate compliance with all Information Security standards, including FFIEC and GLBA.
Some of my accomplishments include :
➥ Established key security operations resources to prioritize threat detection, threat prevention, and incident management.
➥ Implemented the Enterprise Vendor Management Program to enforce robust vendor qualification and control procedures.
➥ Shaped a best-in-class Business Continuity Management program.
➥ Partnered with IT Operations and Software Development teams to enforce IS requirements across each project and product lifecycle.
➥ Conducted weekly, monthly, and annual engagements as well as new hire orientations to teach security best practices.
➥ Established and managed the bank's vulnerability management and threat information sharing programs.
2015 : 2019
nbkc bank
VP, Information Security Manager
About
In order to excel in today’s competitive business environment, a successful Information Security executive needs a balance of IT leadership, business enablement, and risk management expertise - backed by robust analytical skills. I combine over 2 decades’ experience providing IT information security leadership for multiple high-profile organizations; making the forward-looking decisions that facilitate sustainable business growth; developing and upscaling advanced technology solutions that maximize business performance; and carefully shaping the processes and policies that sustain an efficient, productive, and highly competitive organization.
I excel at building a cohesive IT vision and roadmap that supports the organization’s growth strategy, identifying and remediating gaps in information security standards, capitalizing on sustained cost-saving opportunities, eliminate obstacles to organizational performance, and protecting my organization’s core IT assets.
I am an agile thinker who is highly adaptable and quick on his feet. In today’s competitive IT environment, what worked yesterday may not work tomorrow. I have the experience and the dexterity to stay one step ahead of change, shift gears when the context calls for it, respond effectively to evolving industry trends, and drive my team to success.
I have the communication skills to clearly articulate my vision, persuade people to take action, and get the ball rolling in the right direction. Whether I’m sending out emails, communicating with a partner, negotiating with a vendor, or anything in between; I communicate quickly, accurately and effectively.
☛ Key Skills ☚
✦ Strategy Formulation & Execution
✦ Information Security/Cybersecurity
✦ Business Enablement
✦ Digital Transformation
✦ Business Process Optimization
✦ Relationship/Partnership Building
✦ Project Management & Oversight
✦ Team Leadership & Development
✦ Change Management initiatives
✦ Risk Management & Mitigation
✦ Cross-Functional Collaboration
✦ Vendor Management
✦ Information Security Audits
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