James O'Brien

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Education: Master of Business Administration - MBA

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Lamar University

2021 : 2023

Bachelor of Science - BS

Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance

University of Phoenix

2011 : 2014

Experience: HoustonCISO is the preeminent peer leadership network of Houston chief information security officers. As part of the national Inspire Leadership Network, HoustonCISO exists to help CISOs thrive in today’s most challenging C-suite executive roles. The chapter regularly convenes leading CISOs and fosters

meaningful relationships by hosting non-commercial, member-led programs - helping CISOs gain leadership advantage.

2023 : Present

HoustonCISO

Advisory Board

2023 :

Port Houston

Information Security Officer

2016 : 2023

City of Friendswood

Director Of Information Technology

I started as the Network Administrator and then moved up to become the Director of IT. I worked with all the city departments providing technical analysis, design, procurement, implementation, operation and support of computing infrastructure and services

2009 : 2016

City of Texas City

Director Of Information Technology

Company: HoustonCISO

Years of Experience: 15

Skills

Asset Security, CGCIO, Change Management, Customer Service, Cybersecurity, Government, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Information Security, IT Risk Management, IT Security Assessments, Leadership, Management, Microsoft Office, Network Security, Project Management, Project Planning, Security, Security Architecture Design, Security Testing, Software Development Security, Strategic Planning, System Administration, Test Preparation, TML Leadership Fellow, Training

About

I have over 20 years of experience in Information Technology, including Director of Information Technology, Network/Desktop Technician and as a Network Administrator in industries including the Municipal Government, Emergency Management, Cable Service Provider, Communications, and Miscellaneous Repair Services.