Sharon Cohen

Sharon Cohen is the Head of Security at BetterHelp.com, a position she has held since September 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the security measures that protect sensitive information and ensure compliance with regulations relevant to online therapy services.

Professional Background

• BetterHelp.com: Head of Security (September 2019 - Present)
• OPSWAT: VP of IT and CISO (July 2018 - September 2019)
• Birst: Head of Operations and Information Technology (January 2017 - July 2018)
• Fluent Analytics: Cloud Architect, IT CISO and CIO consultant (May 2016 - July 2018)
• PRO Unlimited: VP, Information Technology, Technical Operations and CISO (January 2012 - November 2016)
• Precise Software Solutions: Head of IT and CSO (May 2008 - January 2012)
• Symantec: Sr. IT Manager and WinOps Security (July 2000 - May 2008)

Education

• Tel Aviv University: Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems (MSIS), 1990 - 1994
• Sivan Comp: MCSE NT4, Microsoft Back-Office Servers Operations (1994 - 1995)

Skills and Expertise

Sharon Cohen has extensive experience in IT security, operations management, and compliance with regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA, particularly in environments handling sensitive medical data. She is fluent in both English and Hebrew.

Cohen's career reflects a strong emphasis on protecting data integrity and security across various technology-driven organizations, making her a key player in the field of cybersecurity within the mental health sector at BetterHelp.com.1