John Visneski

John Visneski is the recently appointed Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Sumo Logic, a leading SaaS Log Analytics Platform.1 He brings over 15 years of experience in information security across various industries, including the federal government, entertainment, and healthcare.1

Professional Background

Prior to joining Sumo Logic, Visneski held several notable positions:

• Led Amazon's subsidiary security and integration efforts following its acquisition of MGM Studios, where he served as CISO.1
• Worked as CISO at Accolade, a healthcare company.1
• Built security and privacy programs at The Pokémon Company International.15

Expertise and Responsibilities

At Sumo Logic, Visneski's role encompasses:

• Leading security operations and engineering
• Overseeing governance risk management
• Managing compliance and data protection across the business1

His extensive experience includes developing robust data privacy strategies and protecting corporate IT systems, customer platforms, applications, and products.1

Career Transition

Visneski joined Sumo Logic as their new CISO in June 2024, expressing his enthusiasm for the role on LinkedIn.3 He has been described as an excellent leader and mentor who helps develop personal and professional skills required to succeed in the private information security industry.2

Additional Information

John Visneski is based in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.24 He has been an IANS Faculty member since 2019, providing clients with expertise in security management, DevSecOps, cloud security, and IAM.6 His career also includes a decade of Air Force experience, which he leveraged to change how Pokémon approached security, privacy, and providing a safe space for children.5