Jonathan Jaster

About Jonathan Jaster

I am an influential, determined, and well-regarded global security leader with extensive experience creating and driving world-class security programs, strategies, and operations in diverse and ever-changing environments. Additionally, I demonstrate a proven track record of success in developing strong physical security organizations ensuring protection of people, assets, and systems. My background includes propelling security best practices championing the organizational mission and goals. Additionally, I execute on challenges, tailor powerful security programs, and lead emergency preparedness activities. I am proficient at overseeing day-to-day operations, identifying potential risks, and monitoring performance to maximize effectiveness. A results-driven executive translating organizational needs into revolutionary security solutions ensuring compliance with federal laws, regulations, and guidelines. Key Skills Cyber/Physical Convergence Critical Infrastructure Regulated Environments Enterprise Risk Mitigation Law Enforcement Liaison Corporate Investigations Global Travel Security Crisis Management Insider Threat

Experience

1. Senior Vice President, Physical Security, Investigations, & Crisis Management

   Equifax

   Apr 2018 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Senior Vice President, Physical Security, Investigations, & Crisis Management (2021 – Present) Vice President, Global Security & Investigations (2019 – 2021) Director of Investigations (2018 – 2019) Here, I successfully perform in a strategic executive position as a level 3 and pivotal member of the global executive team leading robust security operations in the worldwide data, analytics, and technology organization. Additionally, I lead all security practices protecting a 24K workforce across 24 countries. Spearheads crisis management, emergency response, physical security, special security programs, and investigations throughout the entire global enterprise. Develops and implements best-in-class programs by infusing a control framework encompassing control statements and technical requirements to provide standardization and consistency across the global enterprise. Major contributor in the development of the $7.3M fusion center accelerating optimization and a decrease in the budget. Launched the Protective Intelligence Program enhancing efficiency while reducing the risk to the total company. Introduced cross-training between investigations and physical security teams generating large cost savings during tenure. Built and manages a 24/7/365 Operations Center including an integrated access control and surveillance delivering significant decrease in response time. Acts as the ambassador and representative of the organization on security affairs including investigations concerning the exposure of assets, data, and intellectual property.

Education

• Liberty University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2017 — 2018

• Liberty University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

  2013 — 2014