Michael Opitz Cissp, Cism

Michael Opitz, CISSP, CISM, MBA has extensive work experience in IT management and security. Michael currently serves as the Director of IT at Old Republic Surety Company since 2023. Previously, they worked as the Director of Technology and Security at Ovation Communities from 2015 to 2023. From 2008 to 2015, Michael held various roles at Ace World Wide, including Director of Information Technology and IT Manager. Michael also worked as a Systems Administrator at the Central Council of Jews in Germany from 2001 to 2008. Michael has a proven track record of successfully overseeing IT operations, implementing advanced technology solutions, and managing infrastructure upgrades.

Michael Opitz, CISSP, CISM, MBA, has a diverse education history that includes both a Bachelor's degree and a High School diploma. Michael obtained their Bachelor's degree in Network Design and Management from Western Governors University from 2009 to 2011. Before that, from 1989 to 1992, they attended OSZ Logistik, Touristik, Immobilien, Steuern for their High School education, where they studied Biology, Business Economics, Computer Science, and English.

In addition to their academic qualifications, Michael Opitz has also earned several certifications. Michael is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) obtained from (ISC)² in December 2022. Michael has also obtained the Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM) certification from ISACA in May 2022. Furthermore, they hold a CCNA certification from Cisco, earned in January 2008.

Apart from the mentioned certifications, they have additional certifications such as CIW Professional, MCSA + M, MCSE, MCTS 2008, and Project +; however, the specific details of obtaining these certifications are not provided.

Finally, Michael Opitz has pursued further education and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Information Technology Management from Western Governors University. Unfortunately, the start and end years for this degree are not specified.