Ron Johnston

About Ron Johnston

I thrive on designing, implementing and managing security programs that protect sensitive business and customer information. Strategic and customized security programs enable the business needs of an organization while minimizing risk. My cross-functional expertise in Technology, Information Security and Program Management supports 3 critical business objectives: INFORMATION SECURITY. By focusing on business requirements and goals instead of technology solutions or policy, I design and implement Information Security Management Systems that align with business needs while ensuring sensitive information is protected. BUSINESS ENABLEMENT AS A PRIORITY. Technology and security initiatives must align with business goals and strategies. To provide more value to the organizations I serve, I secured the SCPM certification, then completed an MBA. Combined with my technology and security background, this experience makes me a well-rounded tech leader who understands critical business drivers. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT. By recognizing and honoring the diverse interests and geographies of stakeholders, I create and maintain effective relationships based on trust and confidence. In several multi-million dollar strategic initiatives for both government agencies and commercial organizations, I’ve successfully satisfied stakeholder priorities while achieving cost savings, protecting sensitive information, and ensuring compliance. SPECIALTIES:NIST Co-Author, NIST Cyber Security Framework, Information Security, Corporate Governance, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Continuous Monitoring, Global Program Management Office, PMO Management, PMO Leadership, Business Enablement, Cross-Cultural Stakeholder Engagement, Cross-Functional Team Leadership and Mentoring, Negotiating Tense Situations, Conflict ResolutionCross-Functional Expertise: Technology, Information Security & Program Management, Security Operations Leadership, Servant Leadership

Experience

1. Sr Security Leader - Proactive Security Business Enablement, Stakeholder Engagement

   Amazon Web Services (AWS)

   Apr 2025 — Present

   Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud, offering over 200 fully featured services from data centers globally. Millions of customers—including the fastest-growing startups, largest enterprises, and leading government agencies—are using AWS to lower costs, become more agile, and innovate faster.

Education

• DeVry University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Technical Management

• Norwich University

  Master of Science - MS, Information Assurance

• Charter College

  Associate of Science - AS, Computer Science: Concentration in Local Area Networking

• Jack Welch Management Institute

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Skills

• Pmo Set-Up
• Pmo Development
• Program Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Information Security
• Information Security Management
• Governance
• Leadership
• Management
• Security
• Nist
• Disaster Recovery
• Information Technology
• Cloud Computing
• Dod
• Information Assurance
• Network Security
• Risk Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Strategy
• IT Management
• Fisma
• Security Awareness
• Security Policy
• Process Improvement
• Consulting
• Business Continuity
• Security Management
• IT Audit
• Risk Assessment
• Software Documentation
• Defense
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Data Security
• Business Continuity Planning
• Strategic Planning
• Project Management
• Integration
• Vendor Management
• IT Strategy