MINNEAPOLIS (July 8, 2024) — Xcel Energy has named Shaun Marion as the company’s chief security officer. He will lead a team tasked with protecting the company’s physical infrastructure, its people, and cybersecurity efforts.
“With nearly 30 years of experience in the security industry, Shaun’s expertise will help protect Xcel Energy from ever-evolving threats by building a culture of preparedness and action,” said Tim Peterson, Xcel Energy senior vice president and chief technology officer. “Protecting our physical assets, our technology, and our team members is one of the most important things we do. Shaun’s leadership will help us continue to deliver safe, clean, reliable and affordable service to our customers.”
Marion, who started in his role today, will lead Xcel Energy’s Enterprise Security and Emergency Management team and will coordinate with the company’s Technology Services group to strengthen Xcel Energy’s security posture. He will be based in Denver.
“It’s critical that energy providers protect against ever-evolving cyber and physical threats so they can fulfill customers’ around-the-clock energy needs,” Marion said. “I’m excited to oversee the safety and security of Xcel Energy’s electric and gas systems and protect our dedicated team members as they focus on serving our customers.”
Marion’s experience in the security industry includes serving as chief information and security officer at McDonald’s and Republic Services and chief security officer at Honeywell. His career has encompassed executive protection; managing classified U.S. Department of Defense programs, networks and security personnel; conducting corporate investigations; and leading business continuity initiatives to develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and build global cybersecurity operations teams.
Marion is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Arizona State University.
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