Jim Desmond (Cissp

Jim Desmond is a seasoned cybersecurity executive with extensive experience leading security operations for prominent organizations. Currently serving as SVP and Chief Security Officer at Asurion, Jim oversees global cybersecurity, privacy, risk management, and business continuity for a multi-billion dollar enterprise. Previous roles include SVP of Cybersecurity at Elevate and Vice President of Information Security at Vantiv and Intuit, where responsibilities encompassed data security, vulnerability management, and incident response. Jim's foundational experience includes director-level positions at Merrill Lynch and National City Corporation, focusing on information security policy, strategy, and technical controls. Jim holds multiple degrees, including Master's degrees in Organizational Leadership and Information Assurance, alongside an Executive Education Certificate in CISO from Carnegie Mellon University.