November 21 @5:30pm – CISO Panel, Cybersecurity Leadership Insights!

REGISTER: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu TBD). REGISTER HERE for IN PERSON & ONLINE (Microsoft Teams), Location Microsoft Reston Office 11955 Freedom Drive, Reston, VA 20190 in Room 2.2F. Metro Station Accessible and free garage parking available in across the street. Registration closes on Monday 11/18/2024.

Abstract: Join us for a CISO panel where our speakers will share cybersecurity leadership insights.

About the Speakers: Ray Murphy has extensive information security and information technology experience. He has held positions with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) as the Chief Information Security Officer, Navy Federal Credit Union as the Chief Information Security Officer and Vice President Fraud Management, LEO Cyber Security CISO Advisor for small credit unions, and the Mobil Oil Corporation All aspects of information technology. As a Global IT Security Executive, he is committed to fueling growth, profitability, and innovation by streamlining operations, scaling networks and systems, optimizing security protocols and applications, and building innovative, business-aligned cybersecurity operations. A few of Ray’s recent accomplishments include:
● Reduced cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities by 50%.
● Cut enterprise-wide fraud losses by 33%.
● Generated $6M investment return via enterprise fraud management system implementation.
Serving as a Cybersecurity Strategist and Advisor to the Board and CXO executives of Navy Federal — world’s largest credit union and financial services firm, I provide technology governance and direction to cybersecurity operations that generated more than $50M savings to date.
At peak, he has managed up to $100M IT budget and led up to 400+ resources (direct/indirect). He has been a frequent keynote speaker and presenter at multiple industry events. In addition to my CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control) credential, he completed a MBA degree from Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT.

Nicolas (Nick) Leshock retired as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of General Dynamics (GD) after 18 years supporting the most amazing employees in the defense industry. Little did he know when he was commissioned in the Army 37 years ago that he would have the privilege of service to our nation both in uniform and in our nation’s defense industrial base. Nick served as the CIO of GD for 9 years and the General Dynamics Information Technology Director, Cyber Security Services for 9 years. He commanded the National Capital Information Operations Center (NCRIOC) Battalion. Prior he was a Managing Principal of the Security Practice for Alcatel-Lucent. He served at the White House Communications Agency (WHCA) as a U.S. Army Officer. He is a graduate of the Penn State University Masters of Science Computer Engineering and a Bachelor of Science Unites States Military Academy at West Point, NY. Nick holds the CISSP and PMP certifications.

Chris Tignor is a highly accomplished technology risk and cybersecurity executive with over two decades of experience in the financial services industry, leading teams up to 250 people and managing budgets up to $150 million. His career is marked by numerous achievements in planning, organizing, and directing cyber and information security efforts, all with the goal of minimizing risk and fortifying IT infrastructure. He is currently a Microsoft Customer Security Officer – Executive Security Advisor. He previously was the PRA Group’s Global Chief Information Security Officer Global Chief Information Security Officer. He was the Federal Reserve System National IT Division’s Cybersecurity Chief Data Officer and Senior Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). He was the Capital One Financial Vice President, Information Security & Risk Management Operations Officer and Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer.
He has a BBA, Computer Information Systems & Business Analytics from James Madison (Grade: Magna Cum Laude) and a MBA from Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a Microsoft Nonprofit Advisor AI Usage Policy Volunteer. He holds the CIGE, CGEIT, CCISO, CRISC, and CISM certifications.
He has a proven track record in portfolio and program management, where I’ve successfully aligned multiple technology initiatives to achieve common business and technology objectives. His leadership style is characterized by confident communication and team-building skills, allowing me to manage and motivate senior leaders from both business and IT. I take pride in my capability as a risk manager, having led assessments and analyses that not only demonstrate information security capabilities but also present opportunities for system improvement and enhancement.
● Spearheaded a sustainable, cost-effective, risk-based security risk management and compliance strategy for a top-tier US Bank, achieving a 15% reduction in operational costs while ensuring full compliance with federal and state financial regulations, PCI DSS, and obtaining global recognition with ISO program certification.
● Fostered a culture of continuous learning and growth within a national banking system’s shared information security function, delivering a 10% cost reduction while streamlining technology and processes for enhanced modernization and efficiency.
● Spearheaded a transformative journey, reshaping a technology team from a sole focus on technology to an enthusiastic understanding of the business, implementing innovative solutions that drove business growth and remarkably decreased staff turnover by 75%.
Also, he dedicated to two core passions: promoting mental and emotional health in the workplace by building resources for employees’ well-being, and spreading kindness, providing opportunities for all, and ensuring universal access to education. These values guide his commitment to making a positive impact and fostering positive change in the world.