Stephen D. Dake
Director of Information Security | Cyber Security Leader
Contact
📞 (608) 354-3036
📍 Cambridge, WI 53523
Professional Summary
Results-driven Security Director with over 20 years of expertise in Cybersecurity, Risk Management, and Compliance. Experienced in leading security programs across healthcare, finance, hospitality, and utilities. Strong leadership skills in building teams and aligning security strategies with business objectives.
Skills
Application Security, Compliance & Governance, Cybersecurity Strategy, Incident Response, Risk Management, Security Operations, Strategic Planning, Vendor Management
Experience
Executive Director of Cyber Security, IT Risk Compliance Governance - FROSCH International Travel (2022 - Present)
Developed cyber security programs post-acquisition by J.P. Morgan Chase. Led GDPR and PCI compliance initiatives. Managed security operations, architecture, vendor risk, and engineering teams.
Director Information Security and Risk - Madison Gas and Electric (2018 - 2022)
Directed enterprise-wide security and risk programs. Ensured compliance with NERC-CIP, PCI.
Security Consultant - Stephen Dake Consulting LLC (2014 - 2018)
Delivered security advisory services to SMBs and startups. Specialized in compliance and risk management.
Director Cyber Security Engineering and Architecture - American Family Insurance (2015 - 2017)
Led a 27-member team executing strategic security initiatives. Reduced downtime through technology upgrades and process improvements.
VP Information Security - QBE (2013 - 2015)
Led security engineering, operations, architecture, IT risk, and M&A for North America. Implemented corrective security action plans.
Senior Information Security Consultant - Dean Health Plan (2013)
Ensured compliance with ACA State Health Exchange regulations. Managed security team and advised executives on security controls.
Director of Information Security | CISO - WEA Trust Insurance (2007 - 2013)
Directed resources to deliver risk-remediation projects. Developed and led new security programs for HIPAA compliance.
Senior Information Security Consultant - Blue Cross Blue Shield (2005 - 2007)
Led vulnerability assessments and remediation projects. Ensured cryptography compliance with FIPS 140-2 standards.
Security Analyst | Ethical Hacker | Engineer - State Farm Insurance (2002 - 2005)
Conducted vendor risk assessments and evaluated internet application security. Implemented cryptography solutions.
Education & Certifications
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), University of Wisconsin, Business Leadership Programs
Community Service
Commander, American Legion Post 195, WI (2007 - Present). Board Member, Three Pillars Senior Living Communities (2023 - Present). Elected Board Member, City Government of Cambridge, WI.
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