Clifton Dickens
President
Cliff has 30 years of varying IT experience, including information security, systems engineering, IT auditing, and IT management. He is passionate about innovations in cybersecurity, data privacy, and risk management, as well as protecting data assets and information systems. Clifton has served as an Information Security Officer, Information Security Manager, Senior IT Security Auditor, and IT Services Manager. His career has spanned the private and public sectors, including Fortune 500 and State and local government. Cliff is a lecturer, teacher, and entrepreneur at heart. He has a Bachelor of Business Administration from Averett University and several professional certifications, including CISA, CRISC, CDPSE, CISSP, as well as SANS Institute certifications; GSNA, GLEG, GISP, GSLC, GSTRT, and GISF. In recent years, Cliff has presented on cybersecurity topics at the ISACA Global Leadership Summit, the National Association of African American Studies and Affiliates, and other professional conferences and webinars. Clifton is an Accredited ISACA instructor, teaching CISA, CRISC, and CDPSE. Linkedin.com/Clifton Dickens
Dan Cunningham
Immediate Past President
Dan has his own company focusing on sensors, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning for the industrial market with over 15 years of experience. He has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University. Dan’s entrepreneurial spirit drives his quest to use Artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to help solve many challenging problems in computer science and technology. He’s registered as a Professional Engineer and holds ISACA’s “CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals credential.”
Kevin Page
Vice President
Kevin has over 20 years of experience in program management and information security. His work history spans multiple industries, including telecommunications, K-12, higher education, and both the public and private sectors. He’s most passionate about helping others find career paths through mentorship, education, and overall exposure to ISACA offerings. Kevin currently holds PMP, CISA, CDPSE, and ITIL Foundations credentials.
Melanie Seigler
Secretary
Melanie has over 30 years of IT experience in federal, state, and local government in natural resources, environmental, emergency services, economic development, and transportation. She has focused on Information Security for the past 10 years, developing, implementing, and managing Information Security and Risk Management programs for Virginia state agencies. Melanie currently serves as ISO for Risk Management at the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, the agency responsible for issuing millions of driver and vehicle credentials. Melanie served as the Chapter’s Seminar Director and is currently serving as the VP. She holds several ISACA Certifications, including CISM, CRISC, and CDPSE.
Jason Thompson
Treasurer
Jonolyn Brevard Wills
Certification Director
Christina Whitney
Membership Director
Chris is the Internal Audit Manager for the Virginia Lottery and oversees the Internal Audit Department. Chris has more than 20 years of audit experience and has held roles in both the public and private sectors. She holds an MS in Accounting from Old Dominion University and a BA in Art History from the University of Virginia. She currently serves on the Board of Governors for the Central Virginia Chapter of the IIA. Chris is a CPA.
Jessica Beavers
Programs Director
Jessica is an Information Security and Risk Management Officer (ISRMO) for the Library of Virginia. She has over 10 years’ experience in providing valuable Information Security awareness training, development, communication, leadership, and Risk management skills within both the private IT and government sectors. She is a well-rounded IT administrator in the areas of SharePoint and Systems Administration. Jessica endeavors to continue contributing superior projects, operations, training, and IT management skills. Ms. Beavers holds several IT certifications to include CompTIA Security+ CE, CISSP, GCCC, GISP, GSTRT, and GSLC.
Bessetta B. Parker
Seminar Director
Bessetta is a well-rounded IT professional. Bessetta has a BA in Mass Communications from Shaw University and is working to complete her Master's studies in Leadership Management, along with her Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) certification. She has worked on several contracts for DOD and other Federal Government agencies. Additionally, she has 10+ years as a web admin/web developer, with an equivalent combination of education and considerable experience in planning and managing all aspects of web development, content management, branding, and customizing Microsoft SharePoint sites and portals.
Chandra Barnes
Research Director
Chandra has over 20 years of Information Technology experience across private media/publishing, government, healthcare, and transportation with a focus in IT security program implementation, management, training, operational risk, governance and compliance. Previously, Chandra managed the Commonwealth of Virginia’s large IT Operations with a staff of 60 diversified professionals in support of statewide services on a 24/7 basis. Currently, she is the Compliance Officer at the Virginia Information Technologies Agency and is responsible for managing the Security Regulatory Compliance program. Chandra holds a Master of Adult Education & Training from Virginia Commonwealth University and has served on the Board in various capacities, including Past President, VP, Director of Certifications, and the Certification Review Committee for many years.
Wanda Hazel
Diversity & Inclusion Director
Toni Noel
Academic Relations Director
Toni has been a Senior Internal Auditor with the City of Richmond for over six years. Before joining the City, she was a Senior Business Tax Assessment Team Lead for 14 years at Chesterfield County, auditing business personal property. Toni received her B.A. in Political Science and her Master’s in Public Administration, both from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has served on the leadership team of the Central Virginia Chapter of the Internal Auditors Association (IIA) as secretary for 2 years. Toni has been an active member with the Virginia Chapter of ISACA since 2020.
Lisa Cable
Recording Secretary
Lisa has ten years’ experience in Operational/IT Risk Management and Information Security with one of the largest U.S. banks. She spent most of her career in various banking and lending roles before shifting to information security. She supported an enterprise-wide Identity and Access Management (IAM) transformation, introducing new policies, role-based security, risk-based access reviews and a new access review platform. As digital banking capabilities grew, Lisa transitioned to a new communications role. She focused on educating customers about staying safe online. She developed education materials and website content on cyber and fraud risks. She holds a CISM and Six Sigma Greenbelt certifications. She enjoys learning and teaching others about personal cybersecurity protection.