Biographical Info

Deborah Wheeler is an accomplished cybersecurity executive, currently serving as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Delta Air Lines. With a strong background in information security, she specializes in program development and execution, privacy, regulatory compliance, and information technology risk management. Deborah has been with Delta Air Lines since February 2017, where she emphasizes end-to-end thinking and collaboration across teams, spearheading efforts to transform information technology into a competitive advantage for the airline. Her role involves problem-solving and fostering a culture of excellence, contributing significantly to the company's evolving business landscape. In addition to her role at Delta, Deborah serves as an Independent Board Member for the SERC Reliability Corporation since January 2021. Her previous positions showcase her extensive experience in the field of cybersecurity, including serving as CISO at Freddie Mac, where she established the vision, strategy, and execution of the cyber-security program. She also held the position of Global CISO at Ally Financial Inc., where she was responsible for the strategic development and operational execution of global information security and privacy programs. Her earlier career includes a four-year tenure as CISO at Fifth Third Bank, where she managed and oversaw the Information Security program and compliance, and focused on identifying and creating service programs to address emerging security technology trends and issues. Deborah's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. She is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) since March 2000, and also a Boardroom Certified Qualified Technology Expert with the Digital Directors Network. Specialties: Information security program development and execution Privacy program development and execution Regulatory compliance Information technology risk management.