David O'Neil

David O'Neil has extensive experience in the field of cybersecurity. David most recently served as the Chief Information Security Officer at iCIMS since February 2022. Prior to that, they worked as the Vice President of Services at Abira Security from June 2021 to February 2022.

From September 2020 to June 2021, David O'Neil worked as a Cyber Security Leader at Arctic Wolf. David also owned CISO Expert, a company where they served as the Owner from May 2020 to June 2021.

Earlier in their career, David O'Neil held various roles at Kudelski Security, including Virtual Chief Information Security Officer, Managing Director, and Director. David was responsible for building the Cyber Resilience Suite of Services and providing strategic guidance to CISOs.

David O'Neil has also worked as the Chief Information Security Officer at Kids Day Off Utah, where they assessed and developed the security program aligned with the business goals. David has experience working at Cognizant as the Director of Cyber Strategy and at PwC as the Deputy Director of Global Cybersecurity Operations.

In their earlier roles, David O'Neil worked as a Senior Security Consultant and Security Consultant at FishNet Security, focusing on incident response and pro-active engagements. David also worked as an Information Security Specialist at DTCC.

Throughout their career, David O'Neil has demonstrated expertise in cybersecurity, incident response, advisory services, and building effective security programs.

David O'Neil has a diverse education history that spans both fine arts and information technology. In 2002, they began their studies at the International Academy of Design and Technology-Tampa, where they pursued a degree in Computer Animation within the field of Fine Arts. David completed this program in 2005.

In 2009, David obtained an A+ certification from CompTia. In the following year, they obtained certifications in Network+, Server+, and Security+ from the same institution.

David further expanded their IT knowledge by obtaining a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification in February 2012. David also achieved certifications as a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and a Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) in May and July of the same year, respectively. To enhance their understanding of information security, David attained a GIAC Certified ISO-2700 Specialist (G2700) certification from the Global Information Assurance Certification in August 2012.

In 2014, David received a Sourcefire Certified Incident Response Professional (SFCIRP) certification from Sourcefire. David then decided to pursue a Master's degree in Information Security and Assurance at Western Governors University in 2012.

Overall, David O'Neil's education history showcases their dedication to both the fine arts and IT fields, with a particular focus on information security.