I'm Drew
Cybersecurity architect with 5+ years leading security programs, incident response, and secure development practices for global organizations.
By the Numbers
5+
Years in Cybersecurity
Leading security programs
23%
Vulnerability Reduction
Global security improvements
35%
Faster Incident Response
Response time optimization
20+
Professional Certifications
GIAC, CompTIA, Mile2, ISC2
4+
Compliance Frameworks
ISO 27001, SOC2, TISAX, TPN
What drives me
My passion lies in helping organizations build resilient security programs that empower teams to move fast and stay secure. I believe security must be an enabler, not a bottleneck, and I strive to create solutions that balance risk management with business agility.
Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to fostering a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify vulnerabilities, implement robust security frameworks, and deliver technical solutions that scale.
Outside of work, I consider myself an avid tinkerer who loves exploring new technologies and staying up-to-date with the latest trends in cybersecurity. I am always eager to learn, grow, and share my experience with others.
Professional Background
I bring 5+ years of hands-on experience across security engineering, architecture, and leadership roles. My career has spanned diverse industries including healthcare, finance, and technology, where I've built and scaled security programs from the ground up.
Currently at Monks
Principal Security Engineer
Jul 2023 → Present
- Led audits to certify offices for ISO 27001, SOC2, TISAX, and TPN, ensuring standards and compliance.
- Implemented technical controls, reducing global vulnerabilities by 23%, enhancing security posture.
- Streamlined incident response processes, achieving a 35% reduction in global response times.
Currently Learning
MS Information Security Engineering
SANS Technology Institute
Jan 2024 → Present
Current Focus Areas
- •Defensible Security Architecture
- •Hacking Techniques & Incident Response
- •IT Security Planning, Policy, and Leadership
- •Security Essentials
Skills & Expertise
Technical competencies and frameworks I work with regularly.
Critical Skills
11 skills
LeadershipCommunicationAnalytical SkillsCollaborationCustomer ServiceProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingAdaptabilityTime ManagementProject ManagementMentoring & Training
Security Knowledge
10 skills
Risk ManagementVulnerability ManagementIncident ResponseThreat HuntingSecurity OperationsCloud SecurityApplication SecurityNetwork Security+2 more
Frameworks & Standards
15 skills
NISTCSFSOC2ISO 27001ITILLGPDSTIGsOWASP+7 more
Technologies & Tools
36 skills
AWSAzureGCPCloudflareSnykGoogle CloudClaudeCrowdStrike+28 more
Programming & Automation
22 skills
PythonNext.jsBashPowerShellGitNode.jsCI/CDTypeScript+14 more
Professional Certifications
23 industry certifications across leading providers.
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