Ryan Guest is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in threat intelligence and security analysis. Currently serving as a Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst at the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) since March 2021, Ryan previously held the position of IT Analyst Sr, Cyber Threat Intelligence at Southern Company from October 2013 to March 2021. Prior roles include Security Escalation Engineer and Security Analyst at IBM ISS Security Operations Center, where responsibilities included network security device implementation and threat analysis. Ryan also worked as a Security Analyst at SecureWorks, focusing on emerging security threats, and started a career in operations management at Office Depot. Ryan holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology with a concentration in Information Security from American Intercontinental University.
North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) is a not-for-profit international regulatory authority whose mission is to assure the reliability and security of the bulk power system in North America. NERC develops and enforces Reliability Standards; annually assesses seasonal and long‐term reliability; monitors the bulk power system through system awareness; and educates, trains, and certifies industry personnel. NERC’s area of responsibility spans the continental United States, Canada, and the northern portion of Baja California, Mexico. NERC is the electric reliability organization for North America, subject to oversight by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and governmental authorities in Canada. NERC’s jurisdiction includes users, owners, and operators of the bulk power system, which serves more than 334 million people.