Chris Ott

Chris Ott serves as the Business Information Security Officer (BISO) at NerdWallet, overseeing security risk, architecture, and engineering leadership for various teams, including Cards, Lending, Automotive, and Insurance. With extensive experience in security operations, Ott manages programs focused on vulnerability management, incident response, threat intelligence, and third-party risk management. Prior roles include achieving significant improvements in vendor risk management at Gloo and leading cybersecurity initiatives at Raytheon, supporting complex projects across international locations. Chris has also held leadership positions in IT and security across multiple organizations, demonstrating a strong track record in risk management, compliance, and team development.