David VanderNaalt began his service this week as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the State of Arizona. The position of CISO was signed into law by Governor Napolitano last legislative session. The CISO will lead the Information Security and Privacy Office (SISPO) within the Government Information Technology Agency which goes into effect on Wednesday, September 19.
"David's broad background and experience in the IT security arena make him the ideal person to serve as the Chief Information Security Officer for the State," said Napolitano.
VanderNaalt comes most recently from the city of New York where he served as the director of citywide information security and as the director of citywide emergency continuity planning. VanderNaalt also served as the first director of worldwide information security with American Express.
The Statewide Information Security and Privacy Office is responsible to develop a comprehensive statewide information security function that will enhance the efforts and programs at state agencies. According to VanderNaalt, the first steps in this process will be to identify programs already in place, identify any gaps, and develop a strategic statewide information security plan to guide Arizona's information security efforts.
