Seán O.

Seán O. has a diverse work experience in the field of security. Seán is currently working at EdgeConneX as the Senior Director of Data Center Security. Prior to that, they held the role of Director of Data Center Operational Security at the same company. Before joining EdgeConneX, Seán worked at Elavon, Inc. as Assistant Vice President | Regional Security Manager and Regional Security Manager for EMEA & APAC. Seán also served as an International Security Specialist at Elavon, Inc. Seán started their career at Securitas Ireland, where they held various roles including Deputy Security Manager, Control Room Supervisor, Responder, and Security Officer, with a focus on Microsoft Datacenter Physical Security. Prior to their career in the security industry, Seán served in the British Army as a Royal Irish Ranger with the 1st Battalion Royal Irish Regiment.

Seán O. has a diverse education history. Seán is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Griffith College Dublin, starting in 2021 and expected to complete in 2023.

Prior to this, in the year 2017, they attended The Open College, where they obtained certifications in Business Management (QQI Level 6) and Personal & Professional Development (QQI Level 6). These certifications likely provided him with foundational knowledge in business and personal awareness/self-improvement.

Seán O. has also demonstrated a commitment to professional development through additional certifications. In November 2020, they obtained the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification from the Project Management Institute. Furthermore, in May 2020, they acquired the Foundations of Security and Risk Management certification from The Institute of Strategic Risk Management.

Overall, Seán O. has a combination of academic studies in business and personal development, along with specialized certifications in project management and security risk management.