Darren W.

Darren W. has over nine years of experience in software quality assurance and information technology security. Darren began their career in 2012 as a Senior QA Lead, performing software testing and issue resolution for an e-commerce site. Darren later worked as a Senior Software QA Manager at Brontech, where they developed QA processes and managed a team. Darren also gained experience as a Senior Software QA Manager at Autodesk, where they led application testing and ensured integration with BIM 360 Field software. Darren continued their QA management roles at Estech Systems, Inc. and Samsung Electronics America, focusing on mobile application testing and compliance. In 2015, Darren transitioned to the role of Software Quality Assurance Manager at Hawkeye, where they developed initiatives to track application vulnerabilities and led global software life-cycle processes. As a freelance writer, Darren has worked with Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Studios, Inc., and West Practices Publishing, focusing on game development and writing. Currently, Darren works as a Principal Information Technology Security Analyst at Newrez LLC, where they specialize in ISO defense, vulnerability management, and application security. Darren provides strategic input on information security direction and improves security controls and business performance through the use of current and new technologies.

Darren W. attended Dallas College from 2003 to 2005, where they pursued a degree in T-Ten Automotive. Prior to that, they studied Japanese Studies at Richland Community College from 1991 to 2003. Darren W. has also obtained multiple certifications including RSAC 365 from Goldcast Inc. in 2023 and 2024, and Certified SAFe® 4 Scrum Master from Scaled Agile, Inc.