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Damian Oravez

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Chief Information Security Officer at City of Philadelphia
📍 Greater Philadelphia, United States

Damian Oravez is the Chief Information Security Officer for the City of Philadelphia, leveraging over 20 years of experience in IT and security. He focuses on building effective risk management capabilities by emphasizing security fundamentals over industry hype. He holds a Master of Science from Champlain College and is a Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).

Beyond his professional focus on cybersecurity, Damian is an enthusiastic golfer, a detail he includes in his professional headline. His interests also extend to community resources, as shown by his engagement with organizations like the Free Library of Philadelphia, indicating a value for local public institutions.

In a field known for its serious nature, Damians professional headline humorously identifies him as an "OK Golfer, " offering a unique and personable touch.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Chief Information Security Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Greater Philadelphia, United States
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Priorities

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Security Risk Management
His core professional strength is creating and maintaining effective information security risk management programs that allow an organization to thrive.
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
He has a stated ability to cut through cybersecurity hype and white noise, focusing his organization on essential security fundamentals and managing relevant risk.
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Career

Work history

7-2023
Chief Information Security Officer
City of Philadelphia
6-2019 - 7-2023
Chief Information Security Officer
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
1-2019 - 6-2019
Information Security Manager
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
11-2018 - 1-2019
Manager, Information Security
Ascensus
7-2018 - 11-2018
Security Operations
Ascensus
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Education
2016 - 2018
Master of Science (MS)
Champlain College
2009 - 2015
Bachelor’s Degree
Thomas Edison State University
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