James Shira

James Shira is a seasoned technology executive currently serving as the Global and US Chief Information & Technology Officer at PwC. He joined PwC in 2015 as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and has since played a crucial role in transforming the firm's technology and security landscape.13

Career Highlights

• Current Role: As PwC's Global and US Chief Information & Technology Officer, Shira is responsible for leading and driving PwC's technology and information security strategy across the network of firms.3

• Previous Positions: Before joining PwC, Shira held several senior positions in the financial services sector, including:

  • Group CISO at Zurich Insurance Group
  • Chief Security Officer at American General Financial Services (AGFS)
  • Americas CISO for Bank Julius Baer2

Expertise and Achievements

• Shira has over 20 years of experience leading security and technology transformation programs in large organizations.5
• He is known for his change-oriented and action-driven leadership style, particularly in tackling large-scale challenges and integrating emerging technologies.1
• In 2014, Shira received the prestigious RSA Excellence in the Field of Information Security award.4

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business from Baylor University, with a concentration in Management Information Systems
• One of the inaugural students in Columbia University's Executive Technology Management program34

Personal

James Shira resides in Southern California with his wife and two children. In his free time, he enjoys working on, restoring, and driving vintage cars.5