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Tim Gaylor
EVP, Chief Security Officer @Avalara
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WORK HISTORY
EVP, Chief Security Officer @Avalara
Austin, TX, US
Transformed Avalara’s security framework, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration centered around automation, defense in depth, and secure by design principles. Guided the evolution of an initially decentralized and reactive IT security program into a robust cyber security and risk management operation. Introduced structure and discipline while nurturing team growth and cohesion. Established performance metrics to enhance accountability and effectiveness, embedding these principles throughout all facets of the organization. Led the development of comprehensive risk management initiatives, including business continuity & disaster recovery, data privacy, and enterprise risk management. Spearheaded the implementation of SOC & SIRT capabilities and cloud security protocols, integrating automation and defense in depth strategies to fortify the organization\'s security posture.• Expanded and organized security and risk management teams across disciplines, fostering cohesion and teamwork• Cultivated a collaborative and disciplined security program, introduced performance metrics to drive accountability and continual improvement• Fostered a strong security culture focused on secure by design principles, automation, and defense and depth strategies• Lead the development of comprehensive risk management programs, embedding security principles at every level ensuring resilience and compliance• Spearheaded the deployment of SOC & SIRT capabilities, integrating automation and defense in depth to enhance incident response readiness.• Managing our internal Audit, Anti Money Laundering and Know Your Customer programs• Led our SOC II type 2 and ISO 27001 certifications• Provide quarterly briefing to our Board of Directors
EDUCATION
University of New Mexico School of Engineering
Master's of Science, Electrical Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT TIM GAYLOR
Chief Security Officer and Executive Vice President with over three decades of leadership in defining and executing security strategies across healthcare, financial services, government, and cloud technology sectors. Proven track record of building and leading high-performing technology teams to support global expansion initiatives. Recognized for expertise in IT security management, R&D security management, security architecture, virtualization, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in fostering collaborative environments and driving innovation. Demonstrated success in architecting secure communication systems for multinational corporations, the U.S. Government, and the DoD. Technical skills affirmed by the attainment of eleven patents for cryptography and security innovations. Experience Summary- Quarterly updates to Board of Directors and Audit Committees- Strategic Planning & Execution- Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery- Regulatory compliance- Enterprise Risk Management- Security Architecture- Cryptography Systems Design- Artificial Intelligence- Cloud Computing & Virtualization- Data Privacy- SOC II, IS0 27001, Common Criteria- Secure network design- Security development- Security incidence response- Information risk management - IT security management- R&D security management- IT security controls- Cryptography systems design- FIPS 140-2 compliance- Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC)- User authentication and access control- IETF and DMTF standards activities
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