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James Reid

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vCIO, vCISO (Virtual/Fractional Chief Information Security Officer/Chief Information Officer) at NexusTek
📍 Denver, Colorado, United States

James Reid is a Chief Information Security Officer with extensive experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and digital transformation. A Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) who studied Psychology and Computer Science, he specializes in aligning technology with business objectives. People who have worked with him describe him as a proactive, friendly, and outstanding leader.

Outside of his executive roles, James has a background that includes achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in the Boy Scouts of America. This accomplishment reflects a long-term commitment to community, leadership, and personal discipline from a young age.

He uniquely describes himself as an “IT-Business Therapist, ” skilled at bridging the communication gap between technical teams and executive leadership.

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Experience
7 Years
Current Role
vCIO, vCISO (Virtual/Fractional Chief Information Security Officer/Chief Information Officer)
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Denver, Colorado, United States
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Cyber Incident Readiness
He recently authored a post emphasizing the importance for businesses to assess their readiness for a cyber incident heading into the new year.
ICS/OT Security
James has posted about the increasing vulnerabilities and exploitation risks within Industrial Control Systems and Operational Technology environments.
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Career

Work history

4-2022
vCIO, vCISO (Virtual/Fractional Chief Information Security Officer/Chief Information Officer)
NexusTek
4-2018 - 4-2022
Vice President of Infrastructure & Cyber Security
Shane Co.
Vice President of IT, Security (CIO/CTO, CSO)
Unbridled
Director of IT Operations
SANS Institute
Vice President, Information Technology & Information Systems, Deputy CISO
LogRhythm
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Education
Psychology
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Computer Science
Front Range Community College
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