Lydia Payne-Johnson is a highly experienced professional who has built an impressive career in the field of IT security, identity management, risk management, and privacy compliance. A graduate of the New York Law School and The Wharton School, Lydia has held several senior-level positions in various organizations, including Cit Group, Morgan Stanley, and Freddie Mac, among others. As the Director of IT Security, Identity Management, and Risk at The George Washington University, Lydia provides leadership and direction for the university's IT security, risk management, and identity management programs. Prior to joining The George Washington University, Lydia served as the Chief Privacy Officer at Freddie Mac, where she was responsible for the company's privacy program.

Lydia's passion for privacy and cybersecurity has made her one of the leading experts in the field. Throughout her career, she has helped organizations develop and implement effective privacy and security programs, and has provided guidance on various regulatory and compliance issues. Lydia holds a Doctor of Jurisprudence in Law from New York Law School, and a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Hunter College.