Eric Gentry

Eric Gentry has a diverse work experience that spans over several decades. Eric'smost recent position was as the Director of Information Security at IDIQ, where they led the development and support of information security and security operations. Prior to that, they owned a small business called Data Center Management Services - D/FW, providing data center management services in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

Eric also worked as a Senior IT Solutions & Engineering Consultant at Paranet Solutions, where they provided technical expertise and implemented engineering and development projects for various clients. Eric was also responsible for guiding users and team members in formulating requirements and conducting feasibility studies.

Before that, Eric worked at Fossil Group, Inc. as the Manager of IT Application Infrastructure. In this role, they maintained and supported Windows-based applications and servers, provided quality assurance services, and ensured compliance with IT operating policies and procedures.

Prior to Fossil Group, Eric worked at AEGON USA Investment Management, LLC as a Senior Information Technology Specialist, where they managed enterprise applications and server infrastructure. Eric also designed and managed a web-based application for Active Directory management.

Eric's earlier experience includes roles such as a Senior LAN Data Security Analyst at AEGON Information Technology - US, Director of Information Technology at the City of Durant and Bryan County Oklahoma, Information Technology Director at Sundowner Trailers, Inc., Computer Graphics Artist & Ad Insertion Technician at Heartland Wireless Communications, Inc., and University Webmaster at Southeastern Oklahoma State University.

Throughout their career, Eric has demonstrated strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and a commitment to ensuring security and compliance in various IT environments.

Eric Gentry's education history begins in 1993 when they enrolled at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Eric completed their Bachelor's Degree in Business Information Management in 2002.

In 2008, they attended New Horizons in Cedar Rapids, IA to take SQL Server courses. In 2010, they pursued a certification in MCTS at the same institution.

In 2013, Gentry attended Oracle University in Dallas, TX to gain expertise in Oracle Hyperion & Weblogic. In 2014, they completed a 3-day ITIL Foundation Course at TEKsystems in Dallas, TX.

Focusing on technology, Gentry pursued Microsoft Online E-Learning Courses from 2007 to 2015, studying miscellaneous Microsoft courses.

Lastly, in 2014, they completed the Payment Card Industry DSS version 3.0 Merchant Training at Specialized Security Services, Inc. (S3) in Dallas, TX.

Overall, Gentry's education history showcases a combination of degree programs, certifications, and specialized courses, primarily in the field of technology and information management.