Jim McMillan

Jim McMillan has over 30 years of experience in information security, with their most recent role being Senior Manager of Cyber Security Operations at BEK Communications. Prior to this, they worked as a Principal Consultant at CYBERNET SECURITY LLC. Jim spent seven years as the Manager of Cyber Security at MDU Resources Group, Inc., where they led a team responsible for implementing and maintaining controls and processes to protect corporate information and cyber assets across 46 states. Before this, they worked as the Information Security Program Manager at Bank of North Dakota, where they were responsible for developing and managing a corporate information security program. Jim also worked as the Senior Information Security Administrator at Basin Electric Power Cooperative, where they implemented security controls and processes for all corporate systems and networks. Jim started their career in the United States Air Force, where they worked on secure communications, networks, and systems.

Jim McMillan has a BS in Computer Science from Minot State University. Jim also has an MS in Business Administration and an MS in Information Technology Management from the University of Mary. Jim has obtained several certifications in the field of information security from various institutions, including ISACA, (ISC)², and GIAC Certifications. These certifications include the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), and GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), among others.