Susan Holland

Susan Holland, CISM has over a decade of work experience in information security and risk management. Susan currently works as a Lead Security Risk Analyst at Rapid7, where they developed and implemented a robust security risk management program. In this role, they conduct comprehensive security risk assessments, evaluates vulnerabilities and threats, and identifies and prioritizes risks.

Prior to Rapid7, Susan worked at Seven Bridges as a Senior Risk and Compliance Analyst, overseeing vendor compliance and ensuring privacy and security compliance in corporate contracts. Susan also managed the third-party vendor risk program in this role.

At Acquia, Susan worked as a Senior Information Security Analyst, reviewing corporate contracts for privacy and security compliance. Susan also conducted vendor audits and oversaw the vendor program.

Before Acquia, Susan worked at Nuance Communications as a Healthcare IT GRC Analyst, ensuring the security and privacy of healthcare data by implementing a comprehensive GRC program aligned with industry standards.

Susan began their career as an IT Program Coordinator Intern at iRobot, where they coordinated the testing and deployment of security applications on a global scale. Susan also collaborated with internal organizations to ensure seamless integration.

Susan also gained experience as a Backup & Recovery Testing Engineer Intern at Veritas Technologies LLC, where they conducted hardware and software assessments to obtain storage device compatibility certifications.

Susan's work experience also includes serving in the United States Air Force as an Airman First Class, where they conducted audits, processed personnel action requests, and managed personnel records.

Overall, Susan Holland has a strong background in information security, risk management, vendor compliance, and contract review, and has contributed significantly to improving organizations' security posture and compliance.

Susan Holland, CISM, has a strong education background in computer information systems and security. Susan holds a Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Information Systems - Security from Boston University, which they completed in 2019. Prior to that, Susan earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Information Technology from the University of Massachusetts Lowell in 2017. Currently, they are pursuing a certification course in Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance at Syracuse University, with an expected completion date in 2022.

In addition to their formal education, Susan Holland has obtained several certifications. Susan is a Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM) through ISACA, which they achieved in June 2022. Susan also holds a Notary Public certification from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, obtained in September 2019.