Cybersecurity is top of mind for every utility. With rising threats and evolving compliance requirements, utilities need partners who can protect sensitive data while driving innovation. At CUSI, we’re proud to take another major step forward with the appointment of Joe Kerby as our Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
This leadership addition reflects our ongoing investment in both growth and security — ensuring that our solutions not only meet, but exceed, the demands of today’s utilities.
CUSI’s Commitment to Security and Growth
For decades, utilities have trusted CUSI to handle critical operations like billing, payments, and customer communications. With that responsibility comes a commitment: build secure, scalable technology that utilities can depend on.
We’ve consistently strengthened our SOC 2 compliance, modernized hosting infrastructure, and embedded security-first features into our platforms. Joe’s return to CUSI as CTO deepens this commitment, combining his leadership with a clear roadmap to protect utilities and the communities they serve.
Meet Joe Kerby, Our New CTO
Joe brings more than 20 years of technical and leadership experience — from academic research and IT consulting to executive-level security strategy.
Highlights from Joe’s career include:
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Cybersecurity Leadership: Former CTO at Jemurai/Crux Security, where he led SOC 2, NIST, and cloud security initiatives for organizations nationwide.
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CUSI Expertise: Previously served as Director of Strategic Initiatives and Implementation at CUSI, driving innovation and improving data conversion frameworks.
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Industry Knowledge: Specialized in application security, vendor risk management, penetration testing, and compliance advisory.
By blending his deep knowledge of CUSI with his broad cybersecurity background, Joe will ensure that security is central to every decision and product strategy.
What This Means for Utilities
Joe’s role goes beyond a traditional CTO — incorporating elements of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to keep utilities ahead of today’s threats. Under his leadership:
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Security will remain embedded at every level of our technology stack.
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Products will continue to evolve with modern engineering practices and cloud optimization.
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Compliance initiatives like SOC 2 and NIST standards will be strengthened.
For utilities, this means confidence in technology that is secure, scalable, and reliable — now and into the future.
Looking Ahead
The utilities of tomorrow demand partners who anticipate threats, build resilience, and prioritize compliance. By investing in leadership and security, CUSI is ensuring that our customers remain protected and empowered.
Joe’s appointment is more than a title change — it’s a strategic step in CUSI’s continued growth as a security-first technology partner.
Conclusion
Security is not optional — it’s fundamental. By appointing Joe as CTO, CUSI reaffirms our commitment to secure utility solutions, customer trust, and innovation.
Want to learn more about how CUSI is strengthening utility cybersecurity? Contact us today to schedule a demo.