Quincey Collins
Chief Security Officer at Sheppard | Global CISO | Advisory Board Member
- Role
- Chief Security Officer at Sheppard
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Quincey Collins
As Chief Security Officer (CSO/CISO) at Sheppard Mullin, an AmLaw 100 global law firm, I lead the development and execution of enterprise-wide security strategy—including cybersecurity operations, cyber risk management, vendor risk management, privacy governance, physical security, and information security compliance.With 25 years in technology and 10+ years in direct cybersecurity leadership, I bring deep expertise in designing and scaling global security programs that align with business objectives. I am both board-facing and client-facing, frequently engaging with executive leadership, boards, and external stakeholders to communicate risk posture, compliance readiness, and strategic security initiatives.Known for building high-performing, right-sized security teams, I focus on organizational fit, operational agility, and measurable business impact. My approach emphasizes secure cloud-forward architecture, scalable security operations, and integrated risk management—tailored for complex, regulated enterprise environments. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC):NIST CSF | NIST 800-53 | NIST 800-171 | ISO 27001, 27701, 27018 | SOC 2 Type I/II | CMMC | FISMAPrivacy Regulations: GDPR | CCPA | CPRASector-Specific Compliance: HIPAA | HITECH | SOX | GLBA Safeguards | PCI-DSS Security Technologies & Cloud Platforms:On-Prem | Hybrid | Cloud-Native | SaaS | PaaS | AWS | Azure | GCP Industry Experience:Legal & Professional Services | National Security | Department of Defense (DoD)| International Government | Regulated Industries Certifications: CISSP | CCSP | GCIH | CISA | CEH | CIPP/US | CIPP/EUI thrive on embedding security as a business enabler—building trust internally and externally, navigating complex regulatory landscapes, and delivering enterprise security with clarity, confidence, and strategic impact. Language Skills:Advanced conversational proficiency in German and Italian, developed through university study and professional experience in Germany and Italy.🧩 Outside of Work:I race highly modified, track-prepped sports cars at Buttonwillow, Willow Springs, and Laguna Seca. My favorite track? The Nürburgring (Germany)—and I hope to return soon.
Experience
Chief Security Officer
Jun 2016 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US
Chief Security Officer (CSO), Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Education
University of Maryland University College
Master’s Degree
University of Maryland University College
Bachelor’s Degree
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