Dan S.

Dan S. has extensive work experience in the field of IT auditing and process improvement. Dan is currently working at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield as a Sr. IT Auditor Lead since August 2023. Prior to this, they held the position of Sr. IT Auditor at the same company from January 2021 to August 2023.

Before joining CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Dan worked as an Information Technology Auditor at Amtrak OIG from September 2017 to January 2021.

Dan also has experience as a Process Improvement Analyst at GEICO from January 2014 to August 2017.

Earlier in their career, Dan held the position of Lead, Quality Assurance and Process Manager for various contracts at Noblis from November 2006 to December 2013. In this role, they were responsible for developing strategies and processes for different organizations and facilitating meetings with stakeholders for project management activities.

Before joining Noblis, Dan worked as a Quality and Process Analyst at Northrop Grumman from November 2004 to April 2006, where they ensured compliance with software quality assurance plans and participated in CMMI compliance activities.

Dan started their career as a Finance Technician in the United States Marine Corps from July 1996 to July 2000.

Overall, Dan S. has gained expertise in IT auditing, process improvement, quality assurance, and project management throughout their career.

Dan S. earned a Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology from the University of Maryland Global Campus from 2010 to 2012. Before that, they completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at York College of Pennsylvania from 2000 to 2004. Dan also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from the same institution, although the specific field of study is not provided.

In addition to their formal education, Dan S. has obtained several certifications. Dan received a Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification from The Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC) in October 2022. In August 2016, they became a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) through ISACA. Dan also holds an ITIL Foundation Level certification, although the details of when and where they obtained it are not provided.