James Fishback

James Fishback is currently the Director of Cybersecurity at Habitat for Humanity International, a position he has held since February 2024. He is based in Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to his role at Habitat for Humanity, Fishback is also a partner at Mountain View Law LLC, where he has been active since March 2020.1

Professional Background

• Wikimedia Foundation: Prior to joining Habitat for Humanity, Fishback served as a Staff Privacy Architect and previously as a Senior Privacy Engineer from 2019 to 2024.
• Whitefish Technology Inc.: He was the Principal at this technology company from May 2013 to December 2021.
• Legal Experience: Fishback has a background in law, having worked as an attorney in the Oregon Army National Guard and other legal firms.

Education

• George Fox University: Bachelor of Science in Management & Business Information Systems.
• Norwich University: Master of Science in Information Assurance (2012).
• Lewis & Clark Law School: Juris Doctor (J.D.) with a Business Law Certificate.

Certifications

Fishback holds several professional certifications, including:

• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US)
• Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM)
• Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP)

His diverse background combines legal expertise with cybersecurity and technology management, making him well-suited for his current role in enhancing cybersecurity measures at Habitat for Humanity International.1