Benjamin Bartz

Engineering Manager - Third Party Risk Management

Waukee, Iowa, United States

About

Cybersecurity and GRC leader with experience in IT audit, enterprise risk management, and third-party risk. I enjoy building practical, scalable programs that strengthen security while enabling the business. My background includes leading high-performing teams, modernizing GRC processes, and driving measurable improvements in risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency. I'm also a published ISACA author, adjunct cybersecurity instructor, and hold certifications including CISSP and CRISC. I'm passionate about helping organizations manage risk, improve resilience, and build a strong security culture.

Experience

  • John Deere (10 yrs 6 mos)
    • Engineering Manager - Third Party Risk Management
      Apr 2026 - Present · 4 mos

    • Staff GRC Analyst
      Feb 2022 - Apr 2026 · 4 yrs 3 mos

    • Information Technology Audit Supervisor
      Sep 2020 - Feb 2022 · 1 yr 6 mos