Dr. Jeanine Johnson, MBA, NACD.DC

Experience

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  Immutaverse

  CEO & Board Member

  Mar 2024 - Present

  Scale your smart device security with Immutaverse, the only agentic AI platform designed to help device manufacturers dig out of security debt to get ahead of threats before they become exploits, allowing engineering teams to focus on new, revenue-generating products and features. Secure your smart devices seamlessly with Immutaverse.

  • Successfully led Immutaverse to partner with OEMs, enabling the delivery of secure innovations at scale in the cybersecurity domain.
  • Initiated the development of an AI/ML cybersecurity platform, enhancing IoT and IIoT product security for both new and legacy devices.
  • Drove the platform's AI/ML capabilities to include monitoring signing activity, blocking abnormal events, and optimizing security measures, significantly strengthening protection against malicious threats.
  • Built a team of security leaders, technologists, and industry veterans, positioning Immutaverse as a leader in cybersecurity for connected devices.
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  PJM Interconnection

  Board Member

  May 2021 - Present

  PJM Interconnection manages the high-voltage electric system that provides power to 67 million people in all or parts of 13 states and the District of Columbia. It operates the largest power grid in North America and amongst the largest energy markets globally.

  • Played a pivotal role in PJM's initiatives to ensure grid reliability and operational efficiency across a vast 13-state region and the District of Columbia.
  • Contributed to planning regional transmission expansions, enhancing the grid's capability to meet current and future electricity demands.
  • Actively participated in PJM's competitive wholesale electricity market, facilitating fair and reliable energy trade.
  • Steered long-term planning efforts, ensuring optimized improvements to the electricity grid for enhanced economic benefits and reliability.
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  NETGEAR

  VP, Head of Product Security

  Oct 2020 - Feb 2024

  NETGEAR powers the extraordinary. From advanced networking and connectivity devices to smart home security solutions, our goal is to enable seamless online experiences for individuals and businesses.

  • Catalyzed the commercialization of a groundbreaking IoT clean-tech product, garnering first prize at Singularity University's Impact Challenge for addressing clean water shortages.
  • Spearheaded efforts to secure millions in venture funding, bringing the concept from ideation to market in collaboration with industry giants like Elkay.com.
  • Implemented secure coding practices and integrated security automation in QA processes, significantly reducing vulnerabilities, CVEs, and Zero Days.
  • Established and refined governance, risk, compliance processes, and privacy and trust protocols, enhancing product security and consumer confidence in NETGEAR's offerings.
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  SunToWater Technologies, LLC

  CEO & Board Member

  Oct 2018 - Sep 2020

  SunToWater Technologies, LLC innovates green technology solutions for water generation, creating clean, sustainable water from air. Our devices operate effectively even in arid conditions, offering a new water source globally.

  • Secured 1st prize at Singularity University's Impact Challenge with a concept to resolve global water shortages, leading to pivotal funding for SunToWater Technologies.
  • Directed the commercialization strategy for the company’s minimum viable product, ensuring rapid and scalable clean water generation.
  • Oversaw the creation of prototypes and the successful operation of field trials, culminating in a noteworthy launch at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2020.
  • Drove viral growth and operational optimization strategies, positioning SunToWater Technologies as a pioneer in sustainable water-from-air technology.
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  Apple

  Head of IS&S App Security

  May 2015 - Oct 2018

  As a leader in consumer internet applications, I facilitated significant contributions towards enhancing the security and scalability of services such as iTunes, iCloud, and Siri, adhering to Apple's commitment to innovation and quality. I also launched its Bug Bounty program.

  • Devised strategic e-commerce and cloud solutions, catalyzing rapid growth and operational excellence for Apple’s online services.
  • Managed a cross-functional team of over 800, orchestrating a comprehensive program to transform IT infrastructure, resulting in robust support for Apple's expansion.
  • Innovated critical AWS services, leading to significant revenue growth and optimum scalability for Amazon’s e-commerce platforms.
  • Championed a customer-centric product development approach, steering continuous improvements and securing Apple's position as a market leader in digital services.
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  PeerSpace

  CTO

  Apr 2014 - Apr 2015

  As a strategic tech consultant at McKinsey & Company, I specialized in developing SaaS/Cloud strategies to optimize business technology operations across diverse sectors, reinforcing McKinsey's leadership in management consulting.

  • Engineered a $100M IT division transformation employing Lean methodology, enhancing agility and reducing operating costs by approximately 25%.
  • Architected a new SOA e-commerce platform stack, boosting transaction capacity to 10,000 transactions per second.
  • Formulated a Master Data Management strategy, streamlining global data architecture to facilitate operational savings and enhanced BI analytics.
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  Flex

  Director, Product Strategy & Development

  Jun 2011 - Jun 2014

  Flex is the manufacturing partner of choice globally, specializing in design, engineering, and manufacturing services for various industries.

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  McKinsey & Company

  Senior Associate, Management Consulting

  Sep 2010 - Jun 2011

  Myspace.com is a social media platform allowing users to share content and discover new artists in the entertainment industry, offering a unique space for creative expression.

  • Played a foundational role in launching MySpace.com's developer platform and API, fostering widespread developer engagement and accelerating platform growth.
  • Directed a team of 37 to establish the largest Open Social API at the time, enhancing MySpace's interoperability and user engagement.
  • Successfully raised $2.5M in Seed and Series A funding for MyQuire.com, leading to its acquisition and solidifying my reputation as a successful Web 2.0 entrepreneur.

• Amazon.com

  Senior Technical Product & Program Manager

  Sep 2008 - Sep 2010

  At Amazon, I played a critical role in scaling AWS services and transforming the e-commerce platform's infrastructure, paving the way for innovative cloud solutions that bolster Amazon's dominant market position.

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  MySpace.com

  Web 2.0 Entrepreneur (MySpace.com & MyQuire.com)

  Aug 2006 - Sep 2008

  Launched Developer Platform, the largest Open Social API with Google, to boost viral growth. Was CTO and led geographically distributed, cross-functional engineering team to launch MyQuire, the first social network built on a developer platform before its aquisition.

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  Microsoft

  Software Design Engineer

  Jun 1998 - Aug 2006

  At Microsoft, I contributed to significant technological achievements and participated in developing products that shape how businesses and consumers engage with technology.