Erin Johnston is a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over two decades of experience spanning the energy and technology sectors. Currently serving as an Enterprise Security BISO at Salesforce, Erin leads a high-impact team responsible for embedding risk-based controls that enable innovation without compromising security. Her team plays a pivotal role in supporting Salesforce's internal organization, with a focus on securing AI-enabled products and building foundational controls for emerging internal technologies.

Before joining Salesforce, Erin spent 17 years in the oil and gas industry, where she held progressively senior roles across IT audit, cloud security, and internal security controls. This diverse background has given her a deep understanding of how to drive enterprise-scale security improvements across highly regulated environments.

A graduate of Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Decision Sciences, Erin is also a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). She is passionate about advancing the intersection of innovation and cybersecurity, with particular emphasis on secure AI adoption and governance. Erin recently spoke at the 2024 Better Business Bureau SPARK Conference, sharing insights on responsible innovation and secure technology enablement.

Outside of work, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She is active in her local community as a volunteer youth sports coach, leading both soccer and softball teams.