Jerry Johnston

About Jerry Johnston

Experienced Interim IT executive and consultant with a track record of driving IT strategy, cybersecurity, and cloud transformation for global enterprises. A trusted advisor to boards, executives, and regulators, I specialize in modernizing IT infrastructure, improving resilience, and optimizing technology operations to align IT with evolving business needs. Published author on topics such as IT Strategy, Security and Modernization.With expertise spanning financial services, fintech, and enterprise IT, I have led high-impact initiatives such as cloud adoption, IT security overhauls, disaster recovery strategies, and digital transformation. My ability to step into organizations, assess challenges, and deliver rapid, measurable results makes me an asset to firms navigating transitions or seeking interim leadership for critical technology functions.Key Areas of Impact: Cloud & Digital Transformation | Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Cloud Strategy Cybersecurity & Risk Management | Compliance & Regulatory Leadership IT Modernization | Application & Infrastructure Resilience Cost Optimization | Strategic Vendor & Technology Management Board & Executive Advisory | Crisis & Change ManagementI have successfully modernized cybersecurity operations, improved business continuity, and secured regulatory approvals for global financial firms. Most recently, I led IT strategy and governance for The Bank of London, securing UK regulatory approvals and implementing cloud-based banking operations. I also developed IT resilience frameworks for a global asset manager, strengthening disaster recovery and business continuity capabilities.Beyond my executive roles, I provide strategic research and advisory services for IDC and CIO.com, helping technology leaders navigate emerging risks, innovation, and digital transformation.

Experience

1. Adjunct Research Advisor

   国际数据公司

   Jan 2024 — Present

   Jerry Johnston is an Adjunct Research Advisor with IDC’s IT Executive Programs (IEP) and the founder of GJ Technology Consulting, LLC. He has advised global financial institutions and played a key role in launching a UK startup bank. A published author on IT strategy, business continuity, governance, and modernization, Jerry has held senior technology leadership roles across major banks, brokerages, and insurance companies, driving innovation, strengthening operational resilience, and helping a startup brokerage grow into an industry leader. His work focuses on helping organizations leverage technology, data, and AI to create competitive advantage and accelerate business transformation.

Education

• Carnegie Mellon University - Software Engineering Institute

  Certificate in Capability Maturity Model

• University of Maryland Global Campus

  Master's degree

• St. Mary's College of Maryland

  BS

Skills

• Business Development
• Enterprise IT Strategy
• Driving Growth
• Management Consulting
• Management
• Team Building
• Strategy
• Change Management
• Project Management
• Business Process Improvement
• Process Improvement
• IT Strategy
• Pmp
• Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Leading Change
• Disaster Recovery
• Requirements Analysis
• Sdlc
• IT Management
• Vendor Management
• Banking
• J2ee Application Development
• Risk Management
• Business Strategy
• Business Analysis