Columbia Bank Names Juancarlos Martinez Senior Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer

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Columbia Bank has promoted Juancarlos Martinez to Senior Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer. With 17 years at Columbia Bank, including 15 in information security, Martinez is tasked with leading the growing Information Security Department. His promotion highlights the importance the bank places on security, especially as digital offerings expand. Martinez holds Certified Information Security Manager and Certified Information System Security Professional credentials, underscoring his expertise in safeguarding customer and bank data.

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• Juancarlos Martinez has extensive experience, serving 17 years at Columbia Bank and 15 in information security.
• His promotion emphasizes Columbia Bank's commitment to security as digital offerings grow.
• Martinez's credentials enhance the bank's leadership in information security.

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TACOMA, Wash., June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Bank announced the promotion of Juancarlos Martinez to Senior Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer.

A 17-year Columbia Bank veteran, Martinez is responsible for the Bank's growing Information Security Department, tasked with safeguarding customer and bank data. He provides leadership and strategic direction for the department and works closely with other team leaders to manage the organization's information security risks.

Martinez has served in the bank's information security unit for 15 years, progressively taking on more leadership responsibility. He most recently was Vice President, Information Security Manager.

"Juancarlos has developed deep expertise in the information security field, and through his long history with the company, he embodies a thorough understanding of our commitment to security," Jason Hester, SVP and Chief Innovation and Information Officer. "His promotion to also represents the significance we place on security – it is vital to have a tenured, proven leader guiding our efforts day in and day out on this front."

"This is a natural progression for me and Columbia," Martinez said. "As the Bank continues to grow and expand its digital offerings, information security continually gains importance. Our department is growing commensurately, and I'm honored to lead our experienced, talented team as we work to ensure the best security measures are in place to safeguard the Bank and all of our customers."

Martinez received his Certified Information Security Manager credentials from ISACA as well as Certified Information System Security Professional credentials from ISC2.

About Columbia 
Headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, Columbia Banking System, Inc. (NASDAQ: COLB) is the holding company of Columbia Bank, a Washington state-chartered full-service commercial bank with locations throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. The bank has been named one of Puget Sound Business Journal's "Washington's Best Workplaces," more than 10 times. Columbia was named the #1 bank in the Northwest on the Forbes 2021 list of "America's Best Banks" marking 10 consecutive years on the publication's list of top financial institutions. More information about Columbia can be found on its website at www.columbiabank.com.

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FAQ

Who is the new Chief Information Security Officer at Columbia Bank?

Juancarlos Martinez has been promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer.

What experience does Juancarlos Martinez have at Columbia Bank?

Martinez has 17 years of experience, including 15 years in the bank's information security unit.

What are the responsibilities of the Chief Information Security Officer at Columbia Bank?

The Chief Information Security Officer is responsible for leading the Information Security Department and managing security risks.

Why is the promotion of Juancarlos Martinez significant for Columbia Bank?

His promotion signifies the bank's commitment to enhancing its information security, especially with expanding digital services.

What certifications does Juancarlos Martinez hold?

He holds Certified Information Security Manager and Certified Information System Security Professional credentials.