Erica Wilson has over 20 years of IT experience, 17 of which are in the field of cybersecurity. She has worked in various industries including manufacturing, higher education, and financial services.

Erica currently serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for Cass Information Systems. She has responsibility for all aspects of the company’s cybersecurity program; including security strategy, policies & procedures, technologies, and training. In addition, Erica leads all aspects of technology risk management, including compliance with internal and regulatory controls, as well as the Business Continuity Program.

Erica also has a passion for STEM education. Throughout her professional career, she has consistently identified ways to influence and encourage others in the community to explore opportunities to work in the field of information technology and cybersecurity.

Erica holds an MBA from Maryville University of St. Louis, and a B.S. in Computer Science from Southeast Missouri State University. She also holds various certifications which include a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) from the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium and a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) from ISACA.