Chris Burrows

Chief Information Security Officer

Professional Overview
Chris Burrows is an accomplished cybersecurity executive with over 15 years of experience in securing critical infrastructure and driving digital transformation initiatives. As the Chief Information Security Officer at Rocket, he is responsible for leading the company's comprehensive security strategy, overseeing the protection of sensitive data and assets, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Information Security Officer at Rocket, Chris is tasked with developing and implementing robust security policies, procedures, and controls to safeguard the organization's digital ecosystem. He collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate potential threats, driving continuous improvement in the company's cybersecurity posture. Under his leadership, Rocket has enhanced its incident response capabilities, minimized the risk of data breaches, and maintained a strong security culture among employees.

In addition to his role at Rocket, Chris serves as the Managing Partner at The CXO Forum and the COO at CXO Xchange, where he leverages his extensive industry expertise to advise and mentor fellow C-suite executives on navigating the evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Rocket, Chris held the position of Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at CBI | Cyber Security Solutions, where he was instrumental in shaping the company's strategic direction and expanding its service offerings. Before that, he served as the Chief Information Security Officer for the Oakland County, Michigan Government, where he successfully implemented a range of security initiatives that enhanced the protection of critical municipal systems and citizen data.

Academic Background
Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Michigan and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Detroit Mercy. He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and a member of the International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC²).

Areas of Expertise

• Cybersecurity strategy and risk management

• Cloud security and digital transformation

• Compliance and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, PCI DSS)

• Incident response and business continuity planning

• Security technology implementation and optimization

• Team building and security culture development

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Chris has been recognized for his innovative approach to cybersecurity and his ability to drive measurable improvements in the organizations he has served. As the Chief Information Security Officer at Oakland County, he led the successful implementation of a comprehensive identity and access management solution, resulting in a 40% reduction in unauthorized access attempts. At CBI | Cyber Security Solutions, he spearheaded the development of a predictive analytics platform that enabled clients to proactively identify and mitigate emerging threats, leading to a 35% increase in client retention.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience, technical expertise, and strategic acumen, Chris Burrows is a respected leader in the cybersecurity industry. In his current role as the Chief Information Security Officer at Rocket, he continues to drive innovation, strengthen security postures, and position organizations for long-term success in the face of increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.