Duane Hopkins

Global Cyber Security Leader | Board Member | Advisor

Brighton, Michigan, United States

About

More than 22 years as a security subject matter expert in Information Security Governance/ Risk Management, Cyber Security, and Cyber Forensics Investigations. Demonstrated expertise in establishing and implementing security programs specifically on Information Security Governance, Cyber Security process, Risk Management – ISO 27001, Regulatory Compliance, Identity & Access, Privacy and Cyber Forensics investigations. Designed and implemented a cyber security operation center with the policies, procedures, playbooks, and communication plans needed to handle incidents throughout a large organization. Created the cyber security visibility needed with the people, processes, and technology from the ground up to continuously monitor, detect and investigate threats to the organization. Lead the cross-collaboration of multiple departments to protect the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of critical business information and systems. Motivated, developed, and empowered our cyber team with the culture, energy, knowledge, and skills to promote innovation and growth. Highly skilled, strategic, maximizer that is dedicated and enthusiastic team player with excellent leadership and communication skills. Duane continues to educate in data security protection through teaching, speaking engagements, and publications. Specialties: Security Operation Center Development Licensed Professional Investigator in Michigan Digital Forensics Investigations & eDiscovery Mobile Forensics & Solutions Hunting & Malware Forensics Threat Intelligence Cloud Security Edge Security Protections SAP Security IS Governance, Risk & Compliance Security Risk Management & Assessment Privacy & Security Compliance - HITECH, HIPAA, ISO 27001/27002, GLBA, SOX, PCI, CCPA, GDPR, Red Flag Rules, Massachusetts 201 CMR 17.00

Experience

  • Head of Global Cyber Security at Carhartt
    May 2019 - Mar 2026 · 6 yrs 11 mos

  • Managing Partner at Innovative Corporate Solutions, Inc.
    2018 - Apr 2019 · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Director of Security Operations - CyberSecurity, Incident Management & Investigations at Ascension Information Services
    2015 - 2018 · 3 yrs

    The National Security Operations Director is responsible for directing the development, delivery and management of the Ascension-wide Cyber Security program. The National Security Operations Director of Cyber Security directly manages the Cyber Security program that consist of Security Operations Managers, Threat & Incident Specialist in the area of cyber risk that includes digital forensics, incident response, & cyber threat intelligence within all Health Ministries and Direct Subsidiaries of Ascension.

  • Digital Forensics Professor at Eastern Michigan University
    2010 - 2016 · 6 yrs

  • Principal Security Consultant at Innovative Corporate Solutions, Inc.
    2003 - 2015 · 12 yrs