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Chris Reider

GreenThumb Industries

Christopher “Chris” Reider is a mission-driven cybersecurity leader with a unique blend of experience spanning the U.S. Marine Corps, law enforcement, and corporate information security. Currently serving as an Information Security Operations Manager, he leads high-performing teams focused on threat detection, incident response, and proactive risk mitigation. With over a decade of experience, Chris has built and matured security operations by combining strategic leadership with deep technical acumen. He holds a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and is actively pursuing the CISSP to further solidify his expertise. His diverse background instills a disciplined, service-oriented mindset, enabling him to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization. Christopher is passionate about mentoring the next generation of cyber defenders and continuously improving the resilience of security programs. Whether in uniform, on patrol, or behind the console, his career has always been about protecting others — with integrity, accountability, and purpose.