Jerry Jones IV is an Associate Delivery Consultant - Security at Amazon Web Services, where he specializes in helping customers architect and implement secure, compliant cloud solutions. With extensive experience spanning federal cybersecurity, cloud security architecture, and AI/ML implementations, Jerry brings a unique perspective on building resilient systems that meet rigorous regulatory requirements.

Prior to joining AWS, Jerry served as an Information System Security Officer at the U.S. Department of Education, where he led complex Authorization to Operate (ATO) efforts for mission-critical systems, successfully navigating the transition from NIST 800-53 rev4 to rev5 and managing cybersecurity operations for systems with budgets exceeding $5 million. His federal service also includes roles at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, where he administered the agency's Cyber Security Assessment and Management (CSAM) tool and guided authorization efforts across 19 diverse divisions, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, where he contributed to cloud migration strategies and high-value asset protection.

Jerry's technical expertise spans cloud architecture, security automation, and AI/ML integration. He has designed and deployed enterprise-grade solutions including centralized backup and logging strategies for AWS Organizations, multi-account governance frameworks, and automated security baselines that ensure consistent compliance across distributed environments.