Inga S.

Information Security Officer (Head of Infosec and Appsec) @WorkBoard

CA, US

Lead the design and execution of an all-encompassing security governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) framework, aligning with critical standards (ISO 27001, SOC2, NIST 800-53, PCI, TISAX, GDPR/CCPA, Azure Cloud CIS Benchmarks). This initiative positioned our organization at the forefront of industry best practices and enhanced our compliance posture across all operations-Strategically overhauled security policies and procedures, achieving a remarkable 38% reduction in compliance-related incidents within the first year. This involved a comprehensive evaluation and refinement process, underscoring my commitment to continuous improvement and proactive risk management-Drove compliance excellence, doubling audit pass rates over three years by ensuring rigorous adherence to evolving regulatory requirements and security standards. This success reflects my ability to stay ahead of the compliance curve and acquire new enterprise level customers-Established and continuously enhancing a robust security awareness program, significantly elevating our security culture. By equipping employees with essential skills and knowledge, I minimized risk exposure and empowered our workforce to act as a first line of defense against security threats-Execute thorough Cloud and Web Application security assessments, formulating and tracking risk mitigation plans. This strategic approach led to a 20% reduction in security incidents over three years, demonstrating my effectiveness in identifying vulnerabilities and implementing timely solutions-Govern key security domains (including Infrastructure Cloud Security, Access Management, and Application Security) to safeguard applications and customer data rigorously. My leadership ensured comprehensive protection through strategic vulnerability management and adherence to the SDLC, thereby reinforcing our security posture-Manage security program reporting, metrics, and dashboards, providing critical insights to senior leadership.

University of Colorado Denver

Bachelor's degree, Business Accounting Finance

University of Denver

Graduate Certificate, Business Finance Accounting Forensics