Mike Guarriello, Cisa, Sa
About Mike Guarriello, Cisa, Sa
Mike Guarriello is an IT Audit Manager with extensive experience in leading technology audit departments for Fortune 50 companies. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Baylor University and a Master of Business Administration from Dallas Baptist University.
Work at Spire
Mike Guarriello has been serving as the IT Audit Manager at Spire since 2018. In this role, he oversees the audit processes and ensures compliance with various regulations. His responsibilities include managing audit teams and implementing effective audit strategies to enhance operational efficiency. Guarriello's leadership contributes to the overall governance and risk management framework within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Mike Guarriello earned his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Computer Information Systems from Baylor University - Hankamer School of Business, where he studied from 1985 to 1989. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Dallas Baptist University in 1994. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in IT auditing and risk management.
Background
Prior to his current position at Spire, Mike Guarriello held executive leadership roles in two Fortune 50 technology audit departments. He has extensive experience in managing large teams, having led groups of up to 41 audit and IT professionals. His background in high-stakes environments has equipped him with the skills necessary to drive significant improvements in audit practices.
Achievements
Mike Guarriello has successfully driven 40% reductions in SOX scoping initiatives, demonstrating his ability to enhance efficiency in compliance processes. He has also created new audit methodologies that leverage frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, and ISO. These methodologies support risk mitigation efforts in compliance with regulations including HIPAA, GLBA, and SOX.