About Me
My journey in cybersecurity and cloud engineering.
Hey there! 👋 Thanks for visiting my site! My name is David. I'm a Security Engineering Director with nearly 20 years of experience in IT, with a strong background in network and systems consulting. I currently focus on cybersecurity and cloud engineering solutions, leading high-impact projects.
Building security that accelerates innovation
Education
My academic background
MS-ITAM Cybersecurity program focused on leading cybersecurity programs and policies, preparing me for security leadership roles.
Core IT foundations including networking, security, and systems administration. Building a solid technical base.
Work Experience
Professional journey
Director and Principal Security Engineer leading the design and implementation of security solutions for enterprise and US Government customers. Responsible for cloud security architecture, regulatory compliance, and enabling advanced capabilities while meeting standards.
Implemented solutions to solve business problems for Bay Area clients, serving as technical lead and project manager across networking and systems engagements.
Planned and executed successful IT deployments, developed and supported client technology needs, and maintained strong client relationships.
Designed, implemented, analyzed, and maintained IT infrastructure for internal and external customer environments; principal engineer for Bay Area clients.
Supported over 500 users across 7 locations; handled helpdesk, server support, and backup administration in the internal IT department.
Maintained availability for 1200+ servers at an e-commerce web development company; handled client communications and incident response.
Provided field hardware repair for Dell laptop and desktop computers across the region.
Passion 🔥
Lifelong Learning & Beyond
I am dedicated to lifelong learning and passionate about DevOps, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies. Beyond my technical interests, I enjoy spending time with my family, drinking tons of coffee, listening to music, and reading.
"I bring real-world skills, dedication, and a genuine drive for creating impactful solutions."— David Galiata