Donald Critchlow

Lead Network Engineer at ValidaTek

Donald Critchlow has a diverse work experience in the field of network engineering and security. Donald most recently worked at ValidaTek, Inc. as a Lead Network Engineer and Network Security Architect. In this role, they ensured the security and compliance of the network and managed MDM solutions for user and account data.

Prior to that, Donald worked at oX BLOOD RED Studios as the CEO/Creative Director, where they focused on fashion, portrait, and street visuals, as well as video and art creative.

Donald also has experience as a Sr Network Engineer at Global Com, Inc., where they traveled to Belgium as part of the Architect team to design the physical blueprint for NATO's IT Modernization program.

At Alcor Solutions Inc., Donald worked as a Sr Network Engineer, planning and implementing network systems for data centers and national wide area networks.

Before that, they were a Sr Network Security Engineer at Sealing Technologies, Inc., where they managed the installation and deployment of web application firewalls for the United States Marine Corps Enterprise Network.

Donald also worked at Iron Bow Technologies as a Sr. Network Administrator, overseeing the day-to-day activities of the internal network and leading various projects. Donald was responsible for ensuring network connectivity, managing Cisco products, and providing tier 2 support.

Their early career experience includes working at the United States Marine Corps as a Data Chief/Data Sergeant, where they supervised and directed daily data tasks, troubleshooting IT issues, and managing network architecture.

Throughout their career, Donald Critchlow has demonstrated expertise in network engineering, security, and compliance, along with a strong creative and aesthetic sense in visual and art-oriented projects.

Donald Critchlow attended ECPI University from 2011 to 2016. Donald obtained a degree in Computer and Information Science with a focus on Cyber Security. In addition to their degree, they also hold several certifications. These certifications include Amazon Web Services Solutions Architect Associate from Amazon Web Services (AWS), ACTIVE TOP SECRET Clearance from Joint Personal Adjudication System (JPAS), CCENT from Cisco, CCNA from Cisco, Security + from CompTIA, and Sourcefire Certified Security Engineer from Sourcefire, part of Cisco. The specific months and years of obtaining these certifications are not provided.

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Timeline

  • Lead Network Engineer

    February, 2021 - present

  • Network Security Architect

    July, 2018