Chris Leigh

Chris Leigh serves as an Advisor for 1CISO.Io since July 2024, focusing on technology and strategy within start-ups. As Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at Eversource Energy since February 2016, Chris transformed the organization's Cyber Security and IT Compliance initiatives to adopt proactive security measures. Additionally, Chris holds the position of Chairman of the Board of Directors at Community Solutions, supporting at-risk youth and adults reintegrating into society. Chris contributes to academic growth as a part-time adjunct professor in Cyber Security at Central Connecticut State University since November 2017. Previous roles include Chief Information Security Manager at ConEdison and various leadership positions at United Technologies Corporation, developing comprehensive IT compliance and security programs. Chris holds two master's degrees in Information Assurance and Business Economics and a bachelor's degree in Accounting and Management.