Chris Goodrich

Chris Goodrich has a diverse work experience in the field of Information Security. Chris started their career in 1998 as a Technical Support Co-op at NationsBank. Chris then worked as a Summer Intern at Tec Engineering in 1999. In 2000, Chris joined Boeing as a Network Designer until 2005. Chris then moved to Spirit AeroSystems, where they held the positions of Lead IT Security Engineer and Information Security Architect from 2005 to 2014. Chris currently works at CURO Financial Technologies Corp, where they have been the Director of Information Security since February 2020. Throughout their career, Chris has gained expertise in various areas of Information Security, including security services, risk assessment, identity and access management, and compliance.

Chris Goodrich has a strong educational background in network engineering and computer engineering. Chris obtained a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) with a focus on Network Engineering and Computer Engineering from Wichita State University from 2001 to 2005. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (BSECE) also with a focus on Network Engineering at Wichita State University from 1998 to 2001. In addition to their formal education, Chris has obtained several certifications, including GIAC Public Cloud Security (GPCS), PCIP, CCNP Security, CCNA-Security, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN), and GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT). These certifications demonstrate their expertise and knowledge in the field of network and information security.