CISO Corner Episode 2: Cybersecurity Insights and Best Practices

Mark A. Houpt serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at DataBank, bringing over 30 years of expertise in information security and technology across diverse industries. Joining DataBank in 2015 (via the acquisition of Edge Hosting), Mark has spearheaded security and compliance initiatives, leading a team of Security Architects and Compliance Engineers. With certifications including CISSP, CCSP, and CEH, as well as extensive knowledge of frameworks such as FedRAMP, PCI-DSS, and HIPAA, Mark is adept at translating complex compliance standards into actionable insights. His career spans roles in Fortune 50 institutions, higher education, and military service as a U.S. Navy Cryptologist. A sought-after speaker and blogger, Mark also dedicates time to economic security initiatives and enjoys aviation and wildlife photography alongside his wife, Maria.

Calli Schlientz is the Director of Compliance at DataBank, where she leads a team of Compliance Engineers and oversees vulnerability assessments for both internal systems and customer infrastructures. Since joining DataBank in 2017, she has played a pivotal role in navigating complex regulatory frameworks, including FedRAMP, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework.

Her background includes providing compliance consulting and conducting security assessments for various organizations. She also held positions at Lincoln Christian University, serving as an Adjunct Instructor and Assistant Director of Enrollment and Student Achievement, where she gained valuable experience in academic compliance.

She holds a Master's Degree in Organizational Leadership from Lincoln Christian University and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. Additionally, she is currently pursuing her MBA in IT Management at Western Governors University. Calli is a thought leader in the field, contributing to industry discussions on privacy regulations and data center compliance.

Tyler Treat is the Director of Security Architecture at DataBank, bringing over 20 years of experience in information technology, networking, and cybersecurity.

Since joining DataBank via the Edge Hosting acquisition in 2016, he has led the Security Architecture and Physical Security teams, overseeing the design, implementation, and management of security systems across the company's infrastructure. Tyler ensures compliance with industry standards and regulatory frameworks, including FedRAMP, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and GDPR. His role involves coordinating incident response, conducting vulnerability assessments, and maintaining robust security protocols to protect DataBank's assets and client data.

Tyler holds certifications such as CISSP, SSCP, CySA+, Security+, Network+, A+, and Project+, and is an active member of ISC2, CompTIA, and InfraGard. His leadership and expertise are pivotal in fortifying DataBank's security posture against evolving cyber threats.