Dugan Stem

Dugan Stem has a diverse work experience, starting in 2010 as an Associate at Dollar General Store and eventually progressing to roles such as a Guest Services Specialist at Target and a Central Security Officer at ALLIED BARTON SECURITY SERVICES LP. In 2014, Stem became a Sports and Outdoors Assistant Manager at Academy Sports + Outdoors, where they implemented theft prevention measures and developed security protocols. Stem then transitioned to Brinks Home as a Logistics Coordinator, where they optimized the layout of the logistics warehouse. Stem's career in cybersecurity began in 2018 when they joined the National Security Agency and worked as a Signals Intelligence Analyst. Stem also served as a Target Analyst Reporter in the US Army, collaborating with translators to publish reports aligned with intelligence requirements. Stem has further developed their cybersecurity expertise through roles such as a Junior Threat Intelligence Analyst at Forge Institute, where they facilitated marketing campaigns and provided timely reports on indications of compromise. Stem then joined Stratice, LLC as a Technical Recruiter, sourcing top talent for IT and cybersecurity positions. Currently, Stem is a Cyber Threat Analyst and Business Development Manager at Forge Institute, specializing in risk management, implementing security controls, and delivering presentations on emerging threats.

Dugan Stem's education history begins in 2012 when they enrolled at North Central Texas College. Dugan pursued an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration from 2012 to 2013, although it is unclear if they completed the degree.

In 2018, Dugan Stem obtained a Top Secret/SCI Clearance certification from the US Army. This certification was granted in September 2018.

Dugan Stem then enrolled in Signals Intelligence Analyst Advanced Individual Training in 2018, completing it in 2019. The specific degree obtained during this period is unknown.

From 2022 to 2024, Dugan Stem attended the University of Maryland Global Campus, where they pursued a Bachelor's of Science degree in Cybersecurity Technology.

Overall, Dugan Stem has a combination of education in criminal justice/law enforcement, military intelligence, and cybersecurity technology.