Dallas-based Cloud Communications Group, a technology expense management and IT advisory firm, has appointed James Beeson as its executive cyber advisor.
Cloud said that with more than 34 years of experience in cybersecurity and technology, Beeson will bring unparalleled expertise to its team by providing strategic and operational advice to clients.
“James Beeson’s appointment underscores our commitment to providing outstanding technology advisory services to our clients,” Keith Hatley, co-founder of Cloud Communications Group, said in a statement. “His expertise and leadership, combined with our strong customer-focused approach, will help our clients address their most pressing technology challenges and transform their IT infrastructure.”
During his career, Beeson has served as an award-winning chief information security officer, including being named Dallas CISO of the Year in the super global category in February. He was also inducted into the CSO (Chief Security Officer) Hall of Fame in September 2022 and was recognized as a Top 100 CISO by CISO Connect in 2021.
“By joining CCG, I’ll be able to help expand and drive its cybersecurity capabilities and to assist companies globally to strengthen their cybersecurity postures while simplifying their cyber strategies and roadmaps,” Beeson said in a statement.
Beeson recently retired as SVP and global chief information officer at The Cigna Group. Beeson previously gained extensive experience in cybersecurity, infrastructure, governance, and risk management during his 20-year tenure at General Electric.
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