Welcome to the Bedel Security Mark & Travis

by Laura Zeck | Oct 5, 2023

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The Bedel Security Team is excited to welcome its two newest vCISO Specialists, Mark Lester and Travis Johnson!

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Mark has 5 years of experience providing IT support for a community bank and experience as a Security Analyst in the financial, healthcare, and public sectors.  He enjoys security as an ever-evolving landscape and learning new ways to approach situations.

Mark received his associate degree in Cybersecurity & Information Assurance from Ivy Tech Community College, and using his knowledge and experience applies logical and analytical reasoning to Information Security to help make it more manageable for clients.

Mark has recently relocated to the Indianapolis area with his wife and they are excitedly anticipating the birth of their first daughter in December 2023. In his free time, he enjoys running with his dog, training Brazilian Jiujitsu, and experiencing new cultures around the world.

 

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Travis has over 13 years of experience in community banking. During this time, he held many positions in various departments including Retail, Operations, Data Processing, and Information Technology. Most recently, he oversaw Vulnerability and Patch Management and realized that was his niche.
 
He worked in Information Technology for the last 7 years, having started out in Desktop Support. After moving into the Information Security side of IT, that is when he realized there is more to Information Security than meets the eye and found the tasks challenging and rewarding. Seeing firsthand the challenges that financial institutions face on a daily basis in maintaining a strong Information Security program, Travis is driven to help these institutions succeed.
 
Travis and his wife live in New Hampshire with their son. In their free time, they enjoy trips to Cape Cod, going to concerts, and spending time with family.

 

When asked about the two newest editions to the team vCISO Senior Advisor, Trisha Durkin has this to say:

"We are excited about the experience that Travis and Mark bring with them to Bedel Security. Their impressive backgrounds and unwavering commitment to excellence make them valuable additions to the Bedel family, and we are happy to embark on this journey together!

Travis brings with him a wealth of knowledge in vulnerability and patch management, honed through his extensive experience in the banking sector. His insights will prove invaluable in enhancing the security posture of our clients, ensuring that they are well-protected in today's ever-evolving threat landscape.

Mark, with his diverse experience spanning various sectors, is a logical and analytical thinker. His ability to approach complex challenges with a clear and analytical mind will not only benefit our clients but also enrich our entire team's problem-solving capabilities.

Welcome Travis and Mark!"

 

 

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