Craig Buesing

Craig Buesing

Driving business success by creating a culture of Security as a Service. Working with business leaders to enhance their initiatives, creating a more robust and resilient offering.

Gates CorporationUnited States

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Experience30+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

As a Chief Information Security Officer, I am known for my expertise protecting complex infrastructures against security threats and vulnerabilities. I specialize in championing strategic initiatives to deliver effective results, participating in critical decision-making processes while working proactively with cross-functional teams to drive competitive advantage. With a strategic mindset, I am committed to cultivating exceptional stakeholder relationships, meeting their needs and expectations at every step. As an experienced and goal-oriented professional, business owners know they can rely on my ability to provide exceptional service, resources, and methods to meet ever-changing objectives and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, based on my expertise in the following areas: Strategic & Tactical Planning Cybersecurity Network Management Policy Development Data Governance Engaging and collaborative, I am a trusted partner to C-level leadership, relied upon to identify and capitalize on opportunities for major savings and process improvements.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Oct 2022–Present· 3 yrs 11 mos
    • Chief Information Security OfficerCurrent
      Oct 2022–Present
  • 2018–Jul 2020· 2 yrs 6 mos
    • Affiliate Professor
      2018–Jul 2020
  • Aug 2012–Sep 2022· 10 yrs 1 mo
    • Chief Information Security Officer
      Feb 2019–Sep 2022
    • Systems and Network Security Engineer
      Aug 2012–Feb 2019
  • Nov 2004–Aug 2012· 7 yrs 9 mos
    • Paralegal / Systems Administrator
      Nov 2004–Aug 2012
  • Sep 1996–Sep 2004· 8 yrs
    • Paralegal
      Jun 2001–Sep 2004
    • Aircraft Mechanic
      Sep 1996–Jun 2001

Education

Master's degree

Information Technology Management

Colorado State University

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Education

Aviation Management

Wayland Baptist University

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Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer

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Skills & Expertise

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InfrastructureAttention to DetailNISTMitigation StrategiesTactical PlansContainmentCoaching & MentoringCorrective ActionsIT Risk ManagementIT Security PoliciesInformation Security Management System (ISMS)Technology SecurityIT LeadershipComputer MaintenanceSoftware as a Service (SaaS)Key Performance IndicatorsExecutive Presentation SkillsPayment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)Security AuditsCyber-security