Nick Vaernhoej is an experienced IT professional specializing in information security and operations. Currently serving as AVP IT Operations and CISO at Church Mutual Insurance Company since November 2022, Nick has previously held key positions, including AVP IT Security at Nassau Financial Group and VP of IT Operations at Solarity. Nick's career spans various roles focused on information technology management, security, and operations, with significant experience at CAPITAL Services, Inc., and Hutchinson Technology Inc. Nick holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems Security from American Public University and is pursuing an Associate's degree in Computer Science from Southeast Tech.