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John Shin is an American cybersecurity executive, entrepreneur, and author. He is the founder and managing director of Cybersecurity firm based in San Diego, California. With over 20 years of experience in information technology and cybersecurity leadership,[1] Shin has contributed to various sectors, including healthcare, finance, and national security.
Education and career
[edit]John Shin earned a B.A at the University of California, San Diego, and he holds an M.B.A. from Rady School of Management.[2] He began his career with a strong interest in information technology and cybersecurity, eventually dedicating his life to improving digital safety for individuals and organizations. Shin's professional trajectory reflects a deep-rooted commitment to cybersecurity awareness and innovation.[citation needed]
He is the founder of a nonprofit organization that promotes cybersecurity awareness and best practices, offering training, workshops, and public resources aimed at empowering communities to protect themselves online, creating a safer digital environment.[3]
Over the course of more than two decades, Shin held leadership roles across multiple sectors, including biotechnology, defense, and financial technology. His early career included management positions at Genoptix, Inc.,[4] where he contributed to the company's rapid growth from $4 million to $210 million in annual revenue.[citation needed] He later served as Senior Director of Engineering and Operations at Abraxas-Cubic Global Defense, where he was responsible for cloud-based identity and security systems for U.S. intelligence agencies.[citation needed] At Verifone, he managed global security operations protecting billions of payment transactions annually.[citation needed]
In addition to his executive roles, Shin is an active member of influential business and leadership organizations, including Prime Movers Lab (Limited Partner), YPO (Young Presidents' Organization), and Entrepreneurs' Organization, where he also serves on the board.[citation needed]
Presentations and recognition
[edit]An active speaker, Shin has participated in various cybersecurity conferences and events. He won the Digital Fight Club in the AI and Cybersecurity category.[5]
He has been featured in podcasts and webinars discussing the role of cybersecurity in mergers and acquisitions, emphasizing the importance of integrating cybersecurity strategies during such processes.[6]
Selected publications
[edit]- Shin, John (November 9, 2019). "How to Keep Your Customer's Credit Card Information Safe". Cyber Defense Magazine – via Cyber Defense Media Group.
- Shin, John (Dec 19, 2019). "How to Keep Your Business Safe Against Energy Industry Cybersecurity Threats". CPO Magazine. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
- Shin, John (May 11, 2020). "Cybersecurity Compliance Trends In A Post-Pandemic World". Forbes. Retrieved 2025-05-02.
- Shin, John (Oct 1, 2020). "Point Of Sale Fraud In A Cashless Era". Forbes. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
- Shin, John (Jan 29, 2021). "What A Recent Hack Involving U.S. Government Agencies And Businesses Signals For Fed Cybersecurity". Forbes. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
- Shin, John (Apr 20, 2021). "What The Cryptocurrency Boom Means For Enterprise Cybersecurity". Forbes. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
- Shin, John (Jun 15, 2021). "How To Guard Against Modern Ransomware-As-A-Service Attacks". Forbes. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
- Shin, John (Aug 20, 2021). "Why Space Is The Next Frontier For Cybersecurity". Forbes. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
References
[edit]- ^ "ISACA San Diego August Meeting In-Person and Online: Awareness Security in the age of A.I." ISACA San Diego. 2025-08-21. Retrieved 2025-05-02.
- ^ "5.21 Data Privacy" (PDF). procopio.com. 2019.
- ^ "John Shin - World-Class Keynote Speaker, Managing Director at RSI Security". johnshin.org. Retrieved 2025-05-02.
- ^ "Why PCI compliance has become a critical issue". Security Info Watch. 2019-10-29. Retrieved 2025-05-07.
- ^ "ISACA San Diego August Meeting In-Person and Online: Awareness Security in the age of A.I." ISACA San Diego. Retrieved 2025-05-02.
- ^ Scott, Lisa (2024-06-20). "Securing the Deal: Cybersecurity's Role in M&A with John Shin". Mission Matters. Retrieved 2025-05-02.
External links
[edit]Other potential sources:
- "John Shin – Forbes Technology Council". Forbes. Accessed April 2025.
- "John Shin on HackerNoon". HackerNoon. Accessed April 2025.