Mr. Lowe is vice president and chief security officer at Orlando Health in Orlando, Fla. Selected by the CEO to build and scale the function, Mr. Lowe oversees the protection of a health system spanning 49 hospitals and emergency rooms, 300 ambulatory sites and more than 45,700 team members. He leads a security portfolio integrating cybersecurity, physical security and resiliency, including more than 400 security officers and specialized cybersecurity and enterprise security operations teams. Mr. Lowe joined Orlando Health in 2019 in the newly created CISO role and was promoted to chief security officer in 2024, when he assumed additional responsibility for corporate security. He implemented a program based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology cybersecurity framework, and Orlando Health has achieved consistent year-over-year improvements in external audit and assessment scores under his leadership. Mr. Lowe led the development of enterprisewide “clinical operation playbooks” for every hospital and ambulatory site, and participates in the City of Orlando’s multi-agency mass casualty drills. A decorated U.S. Army veteran, he was recognized as a 2024 “Veteran of Influence” by the Orlando Business Journal.
Becker's Recognition
Derrick Lowehas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2024 Winner

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Hospital and Health System CISOs and CPOs to know
Cybersecurity is becoming a top priority for many healthcare organizations, as they are facing an unprecedented number of cyber threats and data breaches. Across the nation, hospitals and health systems have recruited CISOs and CPOs to execute strong cybersecurity initiatives, integrate new innovative technologies, build strong IT teams, and protect patient and system data.
2024 Winner

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Black Healthcare leaders to know
Diversity in healthcare leadership results in a more well-rounded experience for patients and providers. Becker’s is thrilled to honor these Black healthcare leaders. The leaders featured on this list are shaping the patient experience, educating and training the next generation of healthcare providers, and furthering equity and inclusion.
2025 Winner

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Hospital and Health System CISOs and CPOs to know
2026 Winner

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55 Hospital and Health System CISOs and Chief Privacy Officers to Know
