Christopher Burns

Background

About Christopher Burns

Currently Manager of IT-Security at Northside Hospital with proven abilities in leading and transforming Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Homeland Security (DOHS), and Hospital Healthcare cyber frameworks. Establishes the vision for cyber security, leads multiple cyber security departments, direct corporate cultural change through innovative approaches and continual improvement initiatives. Over 17 years’ experience managing cyber security compliance for complex corporate networks to include HITRUST, EHNAC, SOC 2 Type 2, PCI, CMMS, and NIST 800-53/171. Well versed in GBLA, HIPAA and other state and local regulations. Achieves enterprise goals by providing proven solutions in managing network security as a business asset. Brings value to clients through holistic vision by implementing repeatable and sustainable processes, meeting and exceeding critical success factors, and providing business intelligence. Current emphasis on security optimization utilizing industry best practices such as: Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL).