Alan Epley

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About Alan Epley

Hello LinkedIn Community, I am Alan Epley, a dedicated and accomplished professional with a strong track record in security operations management, risk assessment, and compliance. With a background in both the private sector and the military, I bring a unique blend of experience to the field of cybersecurity. My expertise extends to orchestrating cutting-edge cyber defense initiatives, conducting meticulous risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. I am known for my ability to develop and deploy sustainable security programs, integrating advanced threat intelligence to safeguard information assets against diverse threat landscapes. Throughout my career, I've been recognized for forging high-level partnerships, orchestrating joint security endeavors, and championing the evolution of security operations excellence. With a background in both private sector and military environments, I possess a unique blend of strategic planning, cross-functional team leadership, and resource optimization skills. Here are some of my areas of expertise: • Strategic Security Planning • Risk Identification & Mitigation • Incident Response Coordination • Third-Party Vendor Management • PCI & SOX Compliance • Stakeholder Engagement • SCRUM & Agile Methodologies • Regulatory Compliance & Audits • Cross-Functional Team Leadership • Resource Optimization & Management • Cybersecurity Framework Implementation While others take pride in meeting all standards set before them: my passion is for delivering service and leadership that goes beyond organizational expectations. In my current role as a Senior Manager of Governance, Risk and Compliance at Buildertrend, I have successfully developed and implemented an enterprise risk management program within the first six months in the position, improving the independent, third-party security score by 300%. I have also leveraged my skills in hardware, technical support, and security frameworks to support the company's growth and expansion in the cloud-based construction management software market. I have applied my knowledge and certifications in CISA, CRISC, and CISSP to ensure that Buildertrend's solutions comply with the industry standards and best practices, and that the company's data and information assets are protected and managed effectively. I have also established strong relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, such as business leaders, customers, vendors, and regulators, to provide guidance, advice, and support on security, data, and compliance matters.