James Powers

James Powers is currently a HIPAA Security Officer and Distinguished Engineer at Verizon, where they ensure product compliance with HIPAA regulations. They spent over 11 years leading Ernst & Young's Global IT Internal Audit department and have significant expertise in HIPAA Privacy and Security, managing over 300 HIPAA assessments. Having held senior roles at companies like Coalfire Systems and Rsam, James has contributed to numerous organizations in achieving compliance and developing security policies. They also served on the Board of ISACA New York Metropolitan Chapter, showcasing their commitment to the field of information security. James holds a BA in Accounting and Information Systems and possesses multiple professional certifications, including Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).