Deborah A. Snyder

Deborah A. Snyder, CISSP, CRISC, PMP Acting Chief Information Security Officer NYS Office of Information Technology Services Enterprise Information Security Office Deborah A. Snyder serves as Acting Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the New York State Office of Information Technology Services (ITS).  In her role, she directs the Enterprise Information Security Office’s comprehensive governance, risk management and compliance program.  She is responsible for providing strategic leadership and vision, and assuring business-aligned, risk-based investments to maximize business opportunity and minimize risk. Ms. Snyder has extensive experience in government program administration, information technology and cyber security policy. She is a recognized industry thought-leader and active contributor to the security profession.  She serves on the NYS Forum Board of Directors, and  is a member of the Project Management Institute, InfraGard, Information Systems Security Association (ISSA), Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).  She has published numerous articles, and co-authored the book entitled “SECURE – Insights From The People Who Keep Information Safe,” which offers industry leadership insights and perspective.  She has been recognized for excellence in government services and outstanding contributions to the field of cyber security.   She is a highly regarded speaker on topics critical to executive-level business and IT professionals.