Jose A. Yong Cissp, Cism, Cgeit, Crisc
About Jose A. Yong Cissp, Cism, Cgeit, Crisc
Jose A. Yong is a seasoned information security professional currently serving as the VP and Senior Business Information Security Officer at City National Bank. With extensive experience in cybersecurity and regulatory compliance, he has held various leadership roles in prominent financial institutions and organizations.
Work at City National Bank
Jose A. Yong serves as the Vice President and Senior Business Information Security Officer at City National Bank. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the bank's information security strategy and initiatives in Los Angeles, California. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the security posture of the organization and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Prior to his current role, Jose A. Yong worked at several financial institutions. He served as the Senior Vice President and Information Security Officer at Pacific City Bank from 2018 to 2022. Before that, he held the position of Vice President and Information Security Officer at Cathay Bank from 2011 to 2013. His experience also includes roles at CTBC Bank and Kinecta Federal Credit Union, where he focused on information security and privacy.
Education and Expertise
Jose A. Yong studied at the University of Southern California, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Sciences and a Minor in Business Administration. He is a subject matter expert in information security and data protection regulatory compliance, specializing in cybersecurity and the protection of critical infrastructure and assets.
Career Background in Technology and Security
Jose A. Yong's career in technology and security began in 1993 when he worked as a Database Management Engineer/Account Manager at the Southern California Association of Governments. He later held various positions at Citi, including Systems Support Manager and Vice President of Information Security & Privacy Officer, where he spent a total of 14 years. His extensive background spans multiple industries, including financial services, healthcare, and government.
Involvement with Evanta
Since 2015, Jose A. Yong has been involved with Evanta, a Gartner Company, as a member of the Governing Body for the Southern California CISO Executive Summit. This role allows him to engage with other security leaders and share insights on best practices in information security.