Professional Summary
Jeffrey Austin (Jeff Austin) is a Technology Risk Governance & Reporting professional with over 16 years of experience supporting executive decision-making, improving transparency, and strengthening technology oversight. His work focuses on risk analytics, governance frameworks, executive reporting, and cross-functional collaboration across the first and second lines of defense.
Experience
Technology Risk Governance & Reporting Officer
– Enterprise risk reporting, governance routines, and Board/committee communication
– KRI development, metrics design, and reporting accuracy improvements
– Cross-functional collaboration with Audit, Compliance, and Technology leaders
Cybersecurity Program Leader (Operational Expenditures)
– Budget governance, forecasting accuracy, and resource optimization
– Partnering with Finance, Procurement, and Cyber leadership
Cybersecurity Leader – Business Continuity & Resilience
– DR testing, exercise planning, and executive reporting
– Operational readiness and continuity improvements
Information Security Officer – SunTrust/Truist
– GRC oversight, vulnerability management, and control improvement
– Supported major integrations and regulatory readiness
Senior Risk & IT Examiner – FDIC
– Evaluated IT risk, cybersecurity, and business continuity at financial institutions
– Authored regulatory reports and recommendations
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