Robert Parham

Forward-thinking Information Security Leader who introduces cutting-edge solutions and strategies to mitigate risk and data breaches that undercut organizational integrity. Leverages subject matter expertise in governance, risk management and compliance within financial services and healthcare settings, 20-year Air Force career, and a passion for continuous learning to deliver Information Security to the full satisfaction of all stakeholders. Interfaces and collaborate comfortably with all levels of the organization, clients and third-parties, easily communicating the most technical and complex information clearly and concisely. Demonstrated success in…<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />



Information Security Governance: Developed enterprise-wide information security governance program for Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. Introduced foundation security control framework that ensured regulatory and contractual compliance. Established capability to identify security vulnerabilities, develop corrective action plans and trend analysis metrics that facilitate continuous improvement of the security program.



Information Security Risk Management: Reduced Information security risk across TD Waterhouse organization by developing information risk methodology and approach that aligned to both the culture and business strategy of the organization.



Network Security: Built the first security operations capability for Headquarters Air Force Personnel Center (HQ AFPC) that aligned with the Air Force Computer Emergency Response Team (AFCERT). Mitigated security risk of unauthorized access and/or data modification to vital personal information stored on HQ AFPC database that was tied to all active duty and retired USAF personnel.



Training and Development: Developed sustainable and repeatable training materials and conducted classes that produced 15 Certified Business Continuity Assessors at Virtual-Corporation.