CCoE Webinar Series: Inaugural Security Program at Internet2
Channel: Trusted CI
Date: 2017-07-24

Originally recorded July 24th, 2017

The presentation will cover the introduction of a security program to protect the national R&E network operated by Internet2. Discussed will the methodology to conduct a security risk assessment of the network, the findings from the assessment, and specific improvements undertaken.

Paul Howell is Chief Cyberinfrastructure Security Officer at Internet2. Paul oversees and coordinates all security efforts across the Internet2 infrastructure and is responsible for setting organizational policies and approaches while engaging with the Internet2 member community. He is responsible for the creation and implementation of Internet2’s information security program, advising on risk management and infrastructure; conducting security education, training, and awareness activities; monitoring compliance with security programs and applicable laws; and coordinating investigation and reporting of security incidents.

Paul holds a bachelor's degree from The University of Michigan in computer science, and a master's degree in information security from Eastern Michigan University. He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).