Chris H.

Chris H. is an experienced professional in information security and technology management, currently serving as the Security Practice Leader at Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. (LRS) since January 2019. Prior to this role, Chris held key positions such as Chief Information Security Officer and Deputy CISO at the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) from May 2017 to January 2019, and has extensive experience in various capacities within the State of Illinois, including Security Engineering and Chief Information Officer roles at both the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Chris's career began in IT management with the Illinois Department of Transportation, following earlier positions as IT Manager and CIO at the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, showcasing a robust background in leadership and technological innovation. Chris holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering Technology from ITT Technical Institute-St. Louis, completed between 1991 and 1994.