Erik Hanson

Erik Hanson is a performance-driven professional with extensive experience in cybersecurity and information security management. Presently serving as the Information Security Officer at Affinity Gaming, Erik leads cybersecurity operations and governance while collaborating with corporate leadership to modernize the IT landscape. Previously, Erik was the Principal Consultant and Managing Director at Griffin Associates L.L.C, where they oversaw significant cybersecurity compliance initiatives. Erik has also held various roles, including Chief Information Security Officer at KEH and Senior Cybersecurity Risk Analyst at LPL Financial, where they spearheaded penetration testing programs and risk management strategies. Erik earned a Bachelor's degree in History from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas.