James Herdt

James Herdt is an experienced information security professional with a diverse background spanning over two decades. Currently serving as an Information Security Architect at Birdsong Hearing Benefits since May 2022, James previously held positions such as Assistant Director and Regional Cloud Security Consultant at EY, IT Security Specialist at Express Scripts, and Senior IT Risk Analyst at Optum. James's expertise encompasses roles in internal controls and information security, beginning with a strong foundation as an Internal Controls Analyst at Interland Inc. through various technical and management positions, including a role as an Information Security Officer at First Data Corporation. Education includes studies at Georgia State University Perimeter College and specialized training from SANS Technology Institute.