Board of Directors
All chapter officers are volunteers.
To contact any member of the Board, please visit our Contact Us page.
President and Chair of the Board
Edwin Covert
Ed is currently the Head of Cyber Risk Engineering for Bowhead Specialty Underwriters. He is also an Adjunct Professor in Cybersecurity at California State University - Los Angeles. Previously, he held several director positions with Warner Bros, WarnerMedia, and Warner Bros Discovery. Prior to his work in the entertainment industry, he was the Global Head of Security Architecture with Deutsche Bank and a federal contractor in cybersecurity for 20 years. He holds both the CISSP and the ISSAP certifications. He has a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity from the University of Maryland and a Master’s in Information Technology Management from Colorado State University. He is a veteran of the US Navy.
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Secretary
Fernando Trevino
Fernando Trevino is a seasoned technology leader and cybersecurity expert with over two decades of experience protecting data, managing threats, and enabling innovation. He is a native of Los Angeles and has worked for Disney, WarnerBros and is currently with the Los Angeles Times. A retired U.S. Army warrant officer and dedicated professional, Fernando specializes in threat and vulnerability management, incident response, compliance, and risk management.
With a strong foundation in data science and analytics, Fernando excels at tracking and improving the security posture of organizations, ensuring the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of sensitive information. His career reflects a passion for empowering teams and driving innovation in cybersecurity practices.
In addition to his technical expertise, Fernando has served as a college-level lecturer, volunteer firefighter, and key advisor in numerous cybersecurity initiatives.
Membership Chair
Obinna Eze
With over a decade of dedicated experience in the field of cyber security, he is passionate about safeguarding digital assets and ensuring the resilience of organizational infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. His expertise spans various domains within cyber security, including vulnerability management, incident response, application security, and data privacy. Throughout his career, he has successfully led numerous projects aimed at enhancing the security posture of organizations, resulting in improved resilience against cyber threats and enhanced compliance with industry regulations.​ He is committed to giving back to the cyber security community through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and participation in industry events to stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in the field.​
Obinna holds the CISSP and GIAC Enterprise Vulnerability Assessor Certifications. He has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and an MBA from Hult International Business School. He is currently a Senior Vulnerability Assessment Analyst at Pure Storage.
Treasurer
Steve Weltman
Steve Weltman is a consulting fractional and virtual Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with over 18 years of leadership in cybersecurity risk management on infrastructure and cloud IT and compliance program leadership in Fortune 50 organizations. He is well-received by business and tech audiences when facilitating organizational changes that improve security posture and leadership capacities.
Steve operates Aletheia Security Consulting, specialists in security compliance program building and remediation. He advises executive boards and CISOs on security leadership capabilities, building cross-team security collaboration and security team development. He emphasizes the importance of ‘making work suck less’ by building a relatable leader vision aligned with strategic business objectives, where teams can own their piece of the compliance program with less friction to success.
Steve has long been an active contributor to the cybersecurity community and a trusted advisor on emerging threats and technologies.
Communications Chair
Jesus Barboza
Jesus is an IT and telecom professional with over a decade of experience in optimizing workflows, streamlining processes, and delivering strategic solutions. In addition to serving as Communications Chair for ISC2LA, Jesus works as a Technical Specialist at Apple, where he combines his passion for technology with a focus on delivering impactful solutions.
Holding the ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) credential, Jesus is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at WGU. He is deeply committed to bridging the gap for individuals transitioning into cybersecurity while fostering inclusivity, education, and collaboration within the community.
Beyond his professional life, Jesus is an avid cyclist who enjoys exploring new trails and staying active—a hobby that reflects his commitment to resilience, adaptability, and achieving milestones. This mindset fuels his drive to excel in his career and contribute meaningfully to the cybersecurity community.
“Our only limitations are those we set up in our own minds” ― Napoleon Hill
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