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George Finney
CISO | Bestselling Author of Project Zero Trust and Well Aware | Keynote Speaker
George Finney is the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at The University of Texas System, a position he assumed in May 2024. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity and information security leadership, having previously served as the Chief Security Officer at Southern Methodist University (SMU) since 2015. In addition to his CISO role, he is also an adjunct professor in Information Assurance and CyberSecurity at SMU, where he has been teaching since 2015.12
Finney has a diverse background in cybersecurity, having held various positions in the field, including Senior Network Engineer and Director of Network Operations at SMU. He is also the founder and CEO of Well Aware Security, which he started in March 2023. His educational background includes a Juris Doctorate from Southern Methodist University, a Master’s degree from the University of Texas at Dallas, and a Bachelor’s degree from St. John's College.1
In addition to his professional roles, Finney is recognized for his contributions to the cybersecurity community, including his work on the Zero Trust Initiative and his publications related to cybersecurity strategies.1
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