Bruce Upton

Bruce Upton has extensive work experience in the field of cybersecurity and risk management, with roles at various companies. Bruce started working at Stone Bank in 2015, initially as the EVP of Cybersecurity and Risk Management, and later as the Chief Technology Officer. Prior to that, they worked as a Strategic Advisor at Secure Banking Solutions LLC from 2014 to 2015. Before that, they served as the President of BLU3 Technologies, Inc., overseeing a 1.5 million dollar audit business specializing in IT and Network Security audits for community banks. Bruce also worked as the MIS Manager at St. Bernard's Healthcare in 2000 and as the CIO at Cross County Bank from 1997 to 2000. Bruce Upton began their career in the United States Air Force, serving as a Communications Officer from 1979 to 1999.

Bruce Upton has a strong background in education, with multiple degrees and certifications. Bruce earned a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale from 1986 to 1990. Bruce further pursued higher education and obtained a Master's degree in Operations Management from the University of Arkansas between 1996 and 1999. Finally, they completed their Doctorate in Computer Sciences at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock from 2010 to 2017.

In addition to their formal education, Bruce Upton also holds several certifications. Bruce obtained the CISSP certification from (ISC)² in February 2003. In February 2002, they obtained certifications in CISA, CRISC, and CISM from ISACA. Lastly, Bruce Upton also achieved the CEH certification from EC-Council, although the specific month and year are not provided.