David Collins

David Collins is a seasoned professional in network security and data protection, currently serving as Vice President at State Street since 2024. Previously, Collins held various leadership positions at Gap Inc., including Director of Internal and Network Security, where extensive teams were managed and multiple security service lines were developed. Prior to that, Collins founded Protowise Labs, LLC, offering eDiscovery and forensic services, and served as a lecturer at Sam Houston State University, where they developed the first Digital Forensics courses. Additionally, Collins gained significant experience at Deloitte, managing forensic teams on large-scale litigation projects, and began their career in the United States Marine Corps as a musician in The Commandant's Own.