C.L. Clay

 C.L. Clay

C.L. Clay

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Biography

Limestone College - Computer Science

Information Security Officer, MSNS, CCISO, Sec+, CySA+
Information Technology & Services
CL
Clay III
Columbia, South Carolina
CL Clay has studied IT and information security for over 20 years. He is works full-time as an information security and privacy professional. CL operates as a technical executive to align the information security program with the business objectives of an organization.


Currently working as a technical executives to align oversee and direct all technical operations for an organization. A technical executive’s title generally depends on the employer, but is often referred to as chief technology officer or chief information officer. Although job descriptions of technical executives vary by employer


s is interested in helping organizations fulfill security and compliance needs by utilizing his previous experience as an analyst, auditor and manager. He hopes to one day step into a C level role with a company that is focused on helping both the organization and its employees grow while maintaining a high level of integrity with ensuring that security meets the needs of its business.

Specialties: Security Compliance, IT Controls, Security Administration, Backup and Recovery, Server Management, Security Management


Experience

  • Limestone College

    Adjunct Professor of CyberSecurity

    •Prepared coursework and assignments related to Internet Security, Computer Forensics, Application Security, Network Security Fundamentals, Security Policy and Procedures, and Implementing Firewalls
    • Significantly improved learning through engaging curricula and nontraditional teaching methods
    • Developed a more interactive learning process
    • Examined and graded assignments, essays and projects without supervision
    • Investigated and resolved issues of student integrity and plagiarism
    • Develop discussion environment using Blackboard

  • South Carolina

    Chief Information Security Officer / Agency Privacy Officer


    • Manages the information security program for agency wide governance and compliance
    • Coordinates information security incident response program
    • Develops agency’s cyber security program for business and the protection of sensitive data
    • Interprets security concepts regarding laws, rules, regulations and industry best practices
    • Agency Local Area Security Officer for the State Law Enforcement Division
    • Fosters agency relationships with local, state and federal officials
    • Collaborates with counsel of directors to create business opportunity while reducing agency risks
    • Manages information security awareness throughout the organization
    • Coordinates with the Inspector General and internal auditor on all security related matters
    • Develops plans with the Agency Chief Information Officer for strategic implementation

  • Human Eye Photography, LLC

    Certified Professional Photographer

    Commercial Wedding Photography
    Executive Head-shots
    Events photography
    Print-on-site
    Photo-booths

  • Computer Science Corporation

    Member Tech Staff – Senior

    - Experienced in infrastructure and middleware implementations for insurance companies
    - Translated architecture of the solution into IT requirements for management
    - Developed security policies
    - Coordinated security projects
    - Performed risk assessments
    - Preformed penetration testing
    - Conducted security audits
    - Performed Web Security administration in a virtual environment
    - Provided technical training to over 15 staff members
    - Responsible for change management

  • SCEL

    Information Systems Security Administrator

    • Conducted semi-annual regulatory security audits
    • Monitored Firewall and VPN changes to detect unauthorized access
    • Determined appropriate security policies, procedures, and information security safeguards
    • Coordinated the selection, installation, implementation, and testing of hardware and software packages necessary for security compliance
    • Participated in the investigations of security by providing accurate and timely access reports
    • Promoted security awareness within the organization
    • Customized electronic access control to meet physical security requirements across multiple locations
    • Configured and maintain DVR security systems and IP-based surveillance cameras
    • Configured wireless bridges for network connectivity
    • Administered and queried SQL database containing sensitive data

Education

  • Limestone College

    Associate's Degree

    Management Information Systems, General

  • Limestone College

    Bachelor's Degree

    Computer Science

  • Limestone College

    Adjunct Professor of CyberSecurity


    •Prepared coursework and assignments related to Internet Security, Computer Forensics, Application Security, Network Security Fundamentals, Security Policy and Procedures, and Implementing Firewalls • Significantly improved learning through engaging curricula and nontraditional teaching methods • Developed a more interactive learning process • Examined and graded assignments, essays and projects without supervision • Investigated and resolved issues of student integrity and plagiarism • Develop discussion environment using Blackboard

  • Capitol Technology University

    Master's Degree

    Network Security

CST 325

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CSTALL

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