Kedrick C. Spain
Education:
Specialization : Information Systems
University of Minnesota
2022 : 2023
Experience:
Empowering people and organizations for success in an ever-evolving digital landscape by ensuring IT and Cyber security initiatives align with business objectives. Provide leadership for key functions/roles in IT and Cybersecurity. Strategic partner providing support to existing IT & Cybersecurity leadership. Optimize processes, develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulatory frameworks. Developed new guidance /framework for emerging technologies such as AI to enable successful client use cases. Manage continuous monitoring and incident response programs. Foster cross-functional team collaboration for business initiatives.
2023 : Present
Sevonix, LLC
IT & Cybersecurity Consultant (Deputy CISO / CIO / CTO)
Kraken Bank is the first approved blockchain/crypto-centric bank in the U.S. Executed role as Deputy CISO with a keen focus on digital assets/cryptocurrency and decentralized finance. As a key member of this fintech/financial services startup, role had significant influence on other operational domains, such as strategy, product developed, and compliance.
2022 : 2023
Kraken Digital Asset Exchange
Deputy CISO - Kraken Bank/SPDI
2011 : 2022
Sevonix, LLC
Founder & Information Security Manager
2017 : 2019
DNS Security Consulting LLC
Co-Founder / Head of IT & Cybersecurity
2010 : 2011
Walgreens
TPRM Manager & Information Security Consultant
Company: Sevonix, LLC
Years of Experience: 15
My journey in the world of business has been fueled by a relentless passion for creating impactful ventures that drive positive change. Under my leadership, the companies I've founded successfully consulted numerous organizations resulting in an immediate value add. In addition to forging strategic partnerships, I've also been instrumental in helping organizations overcome business blockers by employing critical thinking when solving problems and identifying root causes.
If you're looking to collaborate, explore new ventures, or simply engage in thought-provoking discussions, I'd love to connect with like-minded professionals. Let's together build a future where innovation thrives, and possibilities are limitless.
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