Chris Harold

Chris Harold is an experienced Program Manager currently leading Cybersecurity - Data Security Management at Discover Financial Services since March 2018. Previously, from March 2007 to June 2017, Chris held various roles at Abbott, including Program Manager for Product Cybersecurity, where a global cybersecurity program was developed, resulting in successful FDA submissions and product launches. Additionally, Chris created an IT Risk Management program and established the company’s first security services program, driving adoption across functional groups. Earlier roles included Senior Project Manager in IT Risk Management, Sr. IT Project Manager for Global IT Integration, and Infrastructure Architect, contributing significantly to the development of IT frameworks and strategies. Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy of Communications from DePaul University.