Kris Kistler, MS, CISSP, HCISPP, joins Access TeleCare as our new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). With over 25 years of education and experience in the information technology field and more than 15 years as a healthcare CISO, Kris brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the enterprise.
“The security of our systems and the trust of our patients and partners are paramount to Access TeleCare’s mission,” said Chris Gallagher, M.D., CEO of Access TeleCare. “Kris brings decades of experience in cybersecurity, including deep expertise in healthcare. His leadership will play a critical role in strengthening our cybersecurity posture, ensuring the resilience of our operations, and continuing to safeguard the sensitive data entrusted to us.”
Access TeleCare’s Telemed IQ platform and telemedicine cart Infrastructure and environment are HITRUST certified, a distinction first earned in 2019 after a thorough and independent review of data protection and safety practices by the Health Information Trust Alliance, a global leader in privacy, information security, and risk management. This certification has been maintained year after year.
Kris’s extensive background includes roles in law enforcement, corporate security operations in the financial industry, telecommunications, Internet service provider industry, and managed security services provider (MSSP) roles. His breadth of experience positions him uniquely to address the increasing challenge of protecting cybersecurity in the healthcare sector.
“The evolving threat landscape and the importance of robust cybersecurity measures cannot be overstated, especially in healthcare,” said Kistler “Access TeleCare has demonstrated its commitment to innovation and excellence, not only in telemedicine solutions but also in securing the trust of its patients and partners. After following the organization’s impressive growth and success, I am honored to contribute to its mission and help drive its security initiatives to the next level.”
Kris holds a Master’s Degree in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity with a specialty in Network Defense and has completed specialized post-graduate training in Risk Management from Harvard University. He has achieved over a dozen multi-disciplinary technical IT certifications across Systems, Network, and Security disciplines, including CISSP, HCISPP, HITRUST, GSEC, GLIT, ITIL, MCSE, CCA, and CNA.
As CISO, Kris will spearhead cross-functional initiatives to improve our tactical risk posture while supporting Access TeleCare’s growth. By enhancing the maturity and efficiency of our security-related programs, he will play a key role in ensuring the organization’s long-term success and resilience.
