Jake Wert

• Jacob is a CISO with extensive experience in Information Security, IT risk management lifecycle, datacenter operations and email security standards like SPF, DKIM, DMARC.
• Advanced expertise in security frameworks, standards, and regulations can be utilized to design and implement cutting-edge cybersecurity strategies.
• Expertise in designing and implementing email authentication protocols such as Sender Policy Framework (SPF), Domain Keys Identified Mail (DKIM), and Transport Layer Security (TLS) across all email domains and provide guidance on email infrastructure architecture.
• Expertise in developing & maintaining policies, standards, best practices & procedures to manage and maintain SPF, DKIM, and TLS configurations, monitoring for unauthorized changes or anomalies.
• Experience in conducting IT Security Risk Assessments in accordance to NIST and FFIEC framework
• He performed testing and validation of SPF, DKIM, and TLS to ensure that emails are properly authenticated and not marked as spam or rejected by recipient servers.
• Well-versed in security frameworks, standards, and regulations such as HIPAA, HITRUST, PCI DSS, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and ISO 27000. 
• Have comprehensive experience designing and engineering computer security strategies and cybersecurity architecture, identifying system security requirements, and recommending solutions to management.
• Proficient in Azure Cloud, Azure Security, Azure Policy, and interacting with Azure using PowerShell
• Defined and implemented IaC practices, automated infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Azure DevOps, Terraform, PowerShell, versioned infrastructure resources, integrated Terraform with Azure DevOps for efficient automation, worked with containerization and orchestration, ensured consistent configuration, collaborated with cross-functional teams, and maintained infrastructure configurations.
• Developed and implemented DevSecOps practices and automated pipelines to ensure security integration throughout the software development lifecycle, enabling secure and efficient delivery of applications and services.
• Familiar with GPT Prompt Generation for Code Creation and Analysis for a spectrum of scripting languages, Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Shell scripting (Bash, PowerShell), SQL, Markdown, JSON, YAML, Batch Scripting, VBScript
 

I am Jacob Richard Wert, a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with a wealth of experience in the field of information security. Over the years, I have honed my skills in various areas such as IT risk management, email security, and cloud infrastructure. My expertise lies in designing and implementing cutting-edge cybersecurity strategies and ensuring compliance with security frameworks, standards, and regulations.

One of my key strengths is my proficiency in email security. I have a deep understanding of email authentication protocols like SPF, DKIM, and TLS. I have successfully designed and implemented these protocols across multiple email domains, ensuring proper authentication and minimizing the risk of emails being marked as spam or rejected.

In my role as a CISO at Private Matrix, I had the opportunity to oversee the organization's cloud hosting and managed services offerings. I was responsible for developing and implementing security protocols to safeguard clients' data and protect against cyberattacks. I also provided valuable guidance to clients on best practices for cloud computing and data security, ensuring their systems were secure and reliable.

During my tenure at Private Matrix, I played a pivotal role in developing and implementing endpoint management and encrypted VoIP communication services. These offerings were designed to withstand crypto-ransomware attacks and ensure secure communication in the face of emerging threats such as on-the-fly decryption from HPC Clusters and Quantum Computers.

Furthermore, I have been extensively involved in implementing DevSecOps practices and automated pipelines to integrate security throughout the software development lifecycle. By incorporating security controls and testing mechanisms into CI/CD pipelines, I enhanced the security, quality, and speed of software delivery.

In my role as a Cloud Architect and IT Systems Analyst contractor for Giga-Air Wireless, I had the opportunity to design and optimize cloud infrastructure for their wireless internet service. I focused on implementing security controls, performing security hardening, and ensuring secure and reliable access to the internet.

During my time at San Diego Advanced Orthopedic Center, I served as a Cloud Architect, where my primary responsibility was designing and implementing cloud infrastructure for their Electronic Health Records (EHR) system. I ensured the integration of the EHR system with existing systems, improved patient care and communication, and maintained compliance with regulatory requirements.

Throughout my career, I have acquired comprehensive knowledge and experience in security frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and compliance standards such as HIPAA, HITRUST, PCI DSS, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and ISO 27000. This expertise has allowed me to develop and implement robust security measures and maintain a secure and compliant environment.

I am well-versed in cloud technologies, particularly Azure, and have proficiency in PowerShell scripting for Azure automation and management. I have also implemented Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices, leveraging tools like Azure DevOps and Terraform to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration.

Overall, my diverse professional experience, coupled with my strong technical skills and commitment to cybersecurity, has equipped me to excel as a CISO and deliver effective solutions that mitigate risks and protect valuable assets.

Computer Applications Courses in year 1994 & 27 Years Experience in IT.