John Opala

John Opala, PhD, currently serves as the VP & Global Chief Information Security Officer at Hanesbrands Inc. since November 2022. Prior roles include VP IT Security & CISO at McCormick & Company, Director of Cyber Security Engineering & Operations at Sealed Air Corporation, and various faculty positions in cybersecurity at Colorado State University-Global Campus and other institutions. John Opala's academic qualifications include a PhD in Information Technology with a specialization in Information Assurance & Security from Capella University, supplemented by multiple degrees in information systems, technology, computer science, and civil engineering from prestigious institutions. Throughout a diverse career in cybersecurity and information technology, John Opala has gained expertise in risk management, IT governance, and cybersecurity education.