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James Poole

Executive CIO / IT Director specializing in digital transformation and cybersecurity

Caster Family EnterprisesWestern Governors UniversityLa Mesa, CA16 Years ExperienceExecutive Level

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IT professional exploring a startup in digital transformation and IT security, motivated by repeated client needs around efficient resource utilization and better adoption. Emphasizes user-centric, iterative transformation with strong training and feedback loops, paired with security fundamentals like privacy and least-privilege access. Has limited familiarity with VC/accelerators and is not currently pursuing investment.

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Key Strengths

  • User-centric approach to digital transformation (works directly with users vs. just deploying systems)
  • Experience with both successful and unsuccessful transformations; applies lessons learned
  • Strong focus on training and adoption as a core driver of transformation success
  • Iterative, feedback-driven implementation mindset; adapts solutions over time
  • Security-first thinking (privacy, least-privilege access, protection from unauthorized access)
  • Structured idea validation approach (pilots, market research, competition assessment)
  • High ethical standards (won’t endanger people or take illegal actions)

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Experience

Sr. Director of IT / Acting CIOCaster Family Enterprises · Jan 2016 – Present
Director of IT & Program ManagerJacobs Advance Consulting · Jan 2010 – Jan 2016

Education

Western Governors Universitymaster, IT Security & Assurance
University of Phoenixbachelor, Business Administration

Languages

English

Certifications

CISSPCCSPCEHCHFICompTIA Security+SCADA Security ArchitectMCSE

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James PooleExecutive CIO / IT Director specializing in digital transformation and cybersecurity