Tim has 21 years of information technology experience, with 17 focused on information security and risk management. His diverse background blends rich leadership experience with deep technical acumen. Prior to joining U.S. Bank in 2005, Tim enjoyed a successful career in both leadership and technical hands-on roles at Fifth Third Bancorp, Jireh Consulting Group, and AAA Travel and Insurance Services. Areas of responsibility included security consulting, security architecture, application development, network security, biometric development, employee fraud, and theft detection.

He is an active member and advisor on the committee for the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. He is also active in various security and fraud working groups within the industry, including participation with BITS, FS/ISAC, and OWASP. Tim earned a Master of Science in Information Security Management from Colorado Tech University, an NSA school of excellence. He also earned professional certificates in Information Systems Security, Information Systems Security Management, Security Certification and Accreditation, and Project Management (PMI sponsored). Additionally, Tim attended Stanford University’s Advanced Computer Security Program, and the Pacific Coast Banking School at the University of Washington.