Modern CISO Network: Board Book

Meet Jay DePaul, a 25-year veteran in information technology and cybersecurity. Currently serving as the Chief Cybersecurity & Technology Risk Officer at Dun & Bradstreet (D&B), Jay is an exceptional leader who drives a business-aligned security and risk strategy, ensuring organizations stay ahead of cyber threats.

At D&B, Jay’s contributions have been instrumental in strengthening the organization’s cybersecurity infrastructure. As the SVP and Platform CISO, he spearheaded the establishment of secure cloud foundations and drove their adoption across the company. Moreover, Jay played a pivotal role in fostering a robust DevSecOps culture, integrating security practices seamlessly into the development and operations processes.

Additionally, Jay held the position of VP and Global Head of Security Operations at D&B, where he effectively built and matured security operations, incident response, threat detection engineering, DFIR, and cyber threat intelligence. Under his leadership, D&B remained at the forefront of cybersecurity practices, ensuring the organization was well-prepared to combat sophisticated attacks.

Before joining D&B, Jay spent 20 years at BNP Paribas, where he held multiple leadership roles, including Head of Security Operations and Deputy CISO (Americas) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for BNP Paribas Financial Services (U.S.). Throughout his tenure, he successfully designed and implemented robust security frameworks while driving technological innovation aligned with stringent security protocols. Jay DePaul’s outstanding track record and deep understanding of emerging trends make him an invaluable asset for organizations seeking to enhance their cybersecurity posture. With his strategic vision and unwavering commitment to excellence, he equips businesses to proactively tackle the challenges of the rapidly evolving cyber landscape.