Clint Lawson

Clint Lawson is an experienced cybersecurity professional currently serving as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at MidFirst Bank since January 2017. As the founder and partner of Excelerated Networks since March 2003, Clint specializes in penetration testing, red team exercises, and cybersecurity consulting. Prior to these roles, Clint held multiple positions at Hertz from July 2005 to January 2017, including Director of Cyber Operations and Threat Intelligence, where responsibilities included building a cyber defense program and managing a global threat intelligence initiative. Additional experience encompasses roles at R.O.T.A. as a board member, senior systems administration at HP, and a variety of positions at Johnson Controls, ultimately leading to a solid foundation in enterprise security and compliance. Clint holds a degree from the University of Oklahoma.