Amanda Darling

Amanda Darling is an accomplished security engineering professional with extensive experience in cybersecurity and education. Currently serving as a Senior Security Engineering Manager at Smarsh, Amanda leads a team focused on designing and implementing security strategies. As a Cyber Operator for the Air National Guard since 2015, Amanda oversees data management and governance. Previous roles include Adjunct Instructor at Spokane Falls Community College, where course syllabi for Automation & Configuration and Networking Fundamentals were developed. Amanda's background also includes positions such as NOC Supervisor at DaRK Capital, where automated CI/CD pipelines were created, and internships that provided hands-on experience in technical support and documentation. Amanda holds a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University and multiple degrees in Information Technology and Business Administration.