About Me

Hey there.👋 Thanks for visiting my site! My name is David. I'm a Security Engineering Director with over 15 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 🛠
Secure 🔒
Resilient 🧗
Solutions 💡

Education

Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management

Central Washington University, 2024

MS-ITAM Cybersecurity program at CWU, focused on managing cybersecurity programs and policies, preparing me for leadership roles in the field.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Western Governors University, 2011

BS-IT program at WGU, focused on core IT principles, including networking, security, and systems administration, providing a solid foundation for my career.

Experience

Director, Security Engineering

Aquia, December 2021 - Present

Director and Principal Security Engineer leading the design and implementation of security solutions for both enterprise clients and the US Government. Responsible for cloud security architecture, regulatory compliance, and ensuring adherence to security standards while enabling advanced technological capabilities.

Senior Enterprise Network and Systems Consultant

Coblatix, June 2021 - December 2021

Senior IT Consultant responsible for implementing technological solutions to solve business problems for clients throughout the Bay Area, serving as technical lead and project manager.

Senior IT Systems Engineer

Nims & Associates, November 2017 - June 2021

Senior IT Consultant responsible for planning and executing successful IT deployments and fostering strong client relationships, developing and supporting technology needs for clients.

Senior Network Engineer

KLH Consulting, April 2013 - November 2017

Designed, implemented, analyzed, and maintained IT Infrastructure of internal and external customer environments, serving as principal IT Engineer for clients throughout the Bay Area.

Engineer

Portola Systems, December 2010 - April 2013

Served small and medium businesses in all facets of technology, designing and implementing Windows server environments and configuring various networking technologies.

Junior Systems Administrator

Hansel Enterprises, April 2009 - November 2010

Internal IT Department position supporting over 500 users in 7 different locations, responsible for helpdesk tickets, server support, and backup administration.

NOC Technician II

Marketlive, September 2007 - April 2009

Provided website and server support for 1200+ servers for a web development e-commerce company, maintaining site availability and handling client communications.

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 love for creating impactful solutions. Let's connect!' David Galiata

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