Evans Chang
Chief Information Security Officer and Chief Privacy Officer
Professional Overview
Evans Chang is an accomplished cybersecurity and privacy executive with over 15 years of experience driving information security and risk management initiatives for leading insurance and technology organizations. As the Chief Information Security Officer and Chief Privacy Officer at EMC Insurance Companies, he oversees the development and implementation of advanced security controls, compliance programs, and data protection strategies to safeguard critical assets and ensure organizational resilience.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Since 2024, Evans has served as the Chief Information Security Officer and Chief Privacy Officer at EMC Insurance Companies, a prominent provider of property and casualty insurance products. In this dual role, he is responsible for establishing a comprehensive security and privacy governance framework, managing cybersecurity operations, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Under his leadership, EMC has bolstered its security posture, achieving ISO 27001 certification and reducing security incident response times by 35%.
Career Progression
Prior to his current position, Evans held senior cybersecurity roles at Farmers Insurance, where he led the organization's identity and information security engineering efforts, and Acxiom, where he spearheaded the information security practice. He also gained valuable experience at Accenture, where he advised clients on enterprise-wide security strategy and risk mitigation. Throughout his career, Evans has demonstrated a track record of driving digital transformation, implementing cutting-edge security technologies, and fostering collaborative partnerships to enhance organizational resilience.
Academic Background
Evans holds a Master of Science in Information Systems Management from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of California, Los Angeles. He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and has completed executive education programs in cybersecurity and risk management at Stanford University.
Areas of Expertise
- Information security strategy and governance
- Cybersecurity risk management and compliance
- Identity and access management
- Security operations and incident response
- Privacy program development and implementation
- Emerging technology integration and innovation
Professional Impact
As a member of the Board of Directors at ID Federation, Evans actively contributes to industry initiatives focused on advancing digital identity standards and best practices. He has been recognized for his thought leadership, having been featured in industry publications and speaking at prominent cybersecurity conferences.
Conclusion
With his extensive expertise in information security, risk management, and data protection, Evans Chang is a strategic leader who drives transformative change within the insurance industry. Committed to enhancing organizational resilience and safeguarding sensitive information, he continues to make a significant impact in his role as Chief Information Security Officer and Chief Privacy Officer at EMC Insurance Companies.
