Collin Smith

Collin Smith is the Director of Information Security at CNA Insurance, a role he has held since May 2022. In this position, he focuses on IT vendor management and oversees the financial aspects of information security, including managing the budget for external expenditures and ensuring compliance with service level agreements (SLAs) from major security vendors. He collaborates closely with the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure that project spending aligns with operational budgets.12

Professional Background

• CNA Insurance (May 2022 - Present)

  • Responsibilities include managing vendor relationships and financial planning related to information security.

• Terminix (April 2020 - May 2022)

  • Served as Information Technology Sourcing Manager, where he managed IT sourcing strategies and supplier negotiations.

• Sensata Technologies (October 2017 - April 2020)

  • Held the position of Manager for IT Vendor Relationship Management, focusing on strategic supplier management.

• Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations (April 2015 - September 2017)

  • Worked as an IT Vendor Manager Generalist, negotiating supplier relationships and leading procurement processes.

• Sound Physicians (May 2012 - April 2015)

  • Managed contracts and revenue relationships, significantly increasing revenue through effective contract management.

Education

Collin holds a degree from Western Governors University, which supports his extensive experience in IT and vendor management within the information security sector.12

Location

He is based in Collierville, Tennessee.1

Collin's expertise in managing complex vendor relationships and financial oversight makes him a key player in enhancing the information security framework at CNA Insurance.