Lori M.
Associate Chief Information Security Officer
Professional Overview
Lori M. is an accomplished cybersecurity leader with extensive experience safeguarding critical information assets across higher education and government sectors. As the Associate Chief Information Security Officer for The University of Texas System, she leverages her deep technical expertise and strategic vision to ensure the security and resilience of the university's enterprise-wide technology infrastructure.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Since 2017, Lori has served as the Associate Chief Information Security Officer for The University of Texas System, a prestigious university system with 14 academic and health institutions. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of comprehensive information security programs to protect the sensitive data and mission-critical systems used by over 240,000 students and 21,000 faculty members. Lori's leadership has been instrumental in strengthening the system's cybersecurity posture, enabling secure technology innovation, and fostering a culture of security awareness across the enterprise.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Lori held several senior information security positions, including Chief Information Security Officer at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Information Security Officer at Texas State University. She also gained valuable experience in IT security management at the National Job Corps Data Center, U.S. Department of Labor. Throughout her career, Lori has demonstrated a consistent track record of driving measurable improvements in cybersecurity maturity and mitigating evolving threats to safeguard sensitive data and critical systems.
Academic Background
Lori holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin, where she graduated with Honors. Her academic achievements and technical expertise have positioned her as a respected authority in the field of information security.
Areas of Expertise
- Information security program development and management
- Cybersecurity risk assessment and mitigation
- Identity and access management
- Security architecture and engineering
- Incident response and disaster recovery planning
- Regulatory compliance and data privacy
- Security awareness training and change management
Professional Impact
Lori's leadership and innovative approaches to information security have been recognized throughout her career. She has been instrumental in implementing robust security controls, streamlining incident response processes, and driving continuous improvements in security practices across the higher education and government organizations she has served. Lori's strategic guidance and collaborative approach have enabled her to foster strong partnerships with executive leadership, IT teams, and end-users, ensuring the effective integration of security into the fabric of these organizations.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, deep technical knowledge, and proven track record of success, Lori M. is a respected cybersecurity leader who is well-equipped to navigate the evolving threat landscape and empower organizations to securely achieve their strategic objectives. Her unwavering commitment to information security excellence and her ability to translate complex technical concepts into pragmatic, business-aligned solutions make her a valuable asset to any organization.
