SPHERE, a leading provider of identity hygiene and access governance solutions, has announced the appointment of Marene Allison, the former Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of Johnson & Johnson, to their Board of Directors. Allison brings with her over 30 years of cybersecurity leadership experience, which will be invaluable in strengthening SPHERE’s mission of pioneering identity hygiene for the protection of critical accounts, data, and infrastructure.
During her time as CISO of Johnson & Johnson, Allison was responsible for safeguarding the pharmaceutical company’s IT systems and business data on a global scale. This involved not only ensuring that the information security posture supported the company’s growth, but also maintaining public trust in the Johnson & Johnson brand while meeting strict legal and regulatory requirements.
Allison expressed her enthusiasm for joining SPHERE’s Board of Directors, citing the company’s mission and value proposition as key factors in her decision. She recognized the need for strategic planning, agile processes, and robust solutions in providing identity hygiene solutions to highly regulated and sensitive organizations, and was drawn to SPHERE’s approach in addressing these challenges.
Rita Gurevich, the CEO and Founder of SPHERE, expressed her honor and excitement in having Marene Allison join the Board of Directors. Gurevich acknowledged Allison’s unparalleled experience in securing large and complex networks and assets, and highlighted her passion for protecting organizational accounts, data, and infrastructure. Gurevich also emphasized the alignment between Allison’s innovative ideas and the mission of SPHERE.
In addition to her corporate leadership experience, Allison has actively contributed to the broader security community. She has served as the President of West Point Women, a member of ASIS International, and has been involved with H-ISAC and the American Society of Industrial Security. Furthermore, Allison holds strategic advisor positions at Lutron Electronics, IT Cadre, and Rubrik, Inc.
SPHERE’s flagship solution, SPHEREboard, is a powerful tool that addresses complex identity hygiene challenges within organizations. Organizations can learn more about how SPHEREboard can help solve these challenges by visiting their website.
SPHERE is a woman-led cybersecurity business that is revolutionizing how organizations approach security, compliance, and ongoing identity hygiene. By implementing rigorous controls, SPHERE helps secure critical data, establishes effective governance processes for systems and assets, and ensures compliance with relevant regulations.
For more information about SPHERE and their solutions, please visit their website at www.SPHEREco.com.