Cory Blacketer is an Information Security Consultant for CynergisTek, Inc., who assists clients in performing risk assessments specific to biomedical devices and mitigating the security risks posed by these devices. While entering the healthcare industry working in the clinical engineering field, Cory has held clinical engineering and information security operations roles with Ascension Health prior to CynergisTek. The unique experience of operating in environments has allowed her to better understand the distinct qualities between the two functions and how to efficiently develop a medical device security program incorporating both functions in a collaborative and manner.
In an ideal situation, all three parties - clinical engineering, IT, and the vendor - need to use their expertise to work together and assist the healthcare organization when vulnerabilities are discovered that could affect patient safety.