Hi, I'm Justin Metallo, the Chief Information Security Officer at Volkswagen Financial Services based in San Francisco, CA. I have a robust background in cybersecurity, honed over several years in diverse roles. Since 2019, I've been strategically leading VW’s US/CAN Financial Services subsidiaries, driving key initiatives in Cyber Security, GRC, and Privacy. My role encompasses fostering a ris... Read More
Hi, I'm Justin Metallo, the Chief Information Security Officer at Volkswagen Financial Services based in San Francisco, CA. I have a robust background in cybersecurity, honed over several years in diverse roles. Since 2019, I've been strategically leading VW’s US/CAN Financial Services subsidiaries, driving key initiatives in Cyber Security, GRC, and Privacy. My role encompasses fostering a risk-based, data-driven culture, and ensuring robust technology compliance and audits. In addition to my current role, I serve as the ELT Sponsor for Veteran’s ERG, underlining my commitment to diversity and inclusion. Prior to my tenure at VW, I was the CISO at Suntory Global Spirits in Chicago, IL, where I safeguarded the security of renowned brands like Jim Beam and Maker's Mark. I also managed a global security organization, balancing threat analysis, risk forecasting, and technological advances. With an extensive military background as a Cyber Warfare Officer in the United States Army, I commanded defense operations safeguarding national security. I hold a Post-Graduate Certificate in Advanced Computer Security from Stanford, a Master’s in Information Systems from Northwestern, and a Bachelor’s in Media Management from Columbia. Recognized by industry certifications like CISSP, CRISC, and C|CISO, my career has been dedicated to maintaining the highest security standards while enabling innovation. Let's connect! Read Less
Hi, I'm Justin Metallo, the Chief Information Security Officer at Volkswagen Financial Services based in San Francisco, CA. I have a robust background in cybersecurity, honed over several years in diverse roles. Since 2019, I've been strategically leading VW’s US/CAN Financial Services subsidiaries, driving key initiatives in Cyber Security, GRC, and Privacy. My role encompasses fostering a ris... Read More
Hi, I'm Justin Metallo, the Chief Information Security Officer at Volkswagen Financial Services based in San Francisco, CA. I have a robust background in cybersecurity, honed over several years in diverse roles. Since 2019, I've been strategically leading VW’s US/CAN Financial Services subsidiaries, driving key initiatives in Cyber Security, GRC, and Privacy. My role encompasses fostering a risk-based, data-driven culture, and ensuring robust technology compliance and audits. In addition to my current role, I serve as the ELT Sponsor for Veteran’s ERG, underlining my commitment to diversity and inclusion. Prior to my tenure at VW, I was the CISO at Suntory Global Spirits in Chicago, IL, where I safeguarded the security of renowned brands like Jim Beam and Maker's Mark. I also managed a global security organization, balancing threat analysis, risk forecasting, and technological advances. With an extensive military background as a Cyber Warfare Officer in the United States Army, I commanded defense operations safeguarding national security. I hold a Post-Graduate Certificate in Advanced Computer Security from Stanford, a Master’s in Information Systems from Northwestern, and a Bachelor’s in Media Management from Columbia. Recognized by industry certifications like CISSP, CRISC, and C|CISO, my career has been dedicated to maintaining the highest security standards while enabling innovation. Let's connect! Read Less