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Mark Houpt

Mark Houpt

  • Chief Information Security Officer
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About Mark Houpt

Mark serves as DataBank’s Chief Information Security Officer and is responsible for developing and maintaining the company’s security program road map and data center compliance programs. He brings over 30 years of extensive information security and information technology experience in a wide range of industries and institutions.

Mr. Houpt holds an MS-ISA (Masters Information Security and Assurance), numerous security and technical certifications (CISSP, CEH, CHFI, Security +, Network+) and qualified for DoD IAT Level III, IAM Level III, IASAE Level II, CND Analyst, CND Infrastructure Support, CND Incident Responder, and CND Auditor positions and responsibilities.

Mark is an expert in understanding and the interpretation of FedRAMP, HIPAA and PCI-DSS compliance requirements. He is an active member of ISC2, ASIS International, COMPTIA, IAPP, and ISACA, among other leading national and international security organizations. Mark drives DataBank’s information security and compliance initiatives to ensure that the company’s solutions continuously meet rigorous and changing compliance and cyber-security standards.

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Understanding Cybersecurity Insurance: What CTOs Need To Know

In an era where businesses heavily rely on digital infrastructure, the threat landscape has grown significantly, with cyberattacks becoming more frequent and sophisticated. A single incident can lead to substantial…

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Data Breach Survival: Navigating the Storm with NIST’s Expert Playbook

In 2017, one of the most significant data breaches in history struck Equifax, one of the largest credit reporting agencies in the U.S. The breach exposed the personal information of…

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The Role of Penetration Testing in Cybersecurity: A Focus on Compliance with PCI-DSS and FedRAMP

In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, penetration testing has emerged as a critical tool for identifying vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them. Often referred to as “pen testing,” this…

Multi-Factor Authentication
Implementing Multi-Factor Authentication Across Your Organization

By Mark Houpt, Chief Information Security Officer at DataBank In today’s digital age, safeguarding sensitive information is a critical concern for organizations of all sizes. Cyber threats are constantly evolving,…

Understanding and Mitigating Insider Threats
Understanding and Mitigating Insider Threats

Insider threats pose a significant risk, originating from individuals within an organization who have legitimate access to sensitive information and systems. These threats can be broadly categorized into malicious insiders, who intentionally seek to cause harm for personal gain, revenge, or competitive advantage, and negligent insiders, who unintentionally compromise security through carelessness or lack of awareness.

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