Ccnps Derrick Farmer

Derrick Farmer is a highly experienced professional with a diverse background in security operations, information security, and network engineering. Derrick currently holds the position of Director of Security Operations at Vertek Corporation, where they are responsible for leading the security operations center and ensuring the organization's security management and visibility. Prior to this role, Derrick served as a Sr. Security Engineer at Vertek Corporation, where they provided cyber-threat detection and continuous network monitoring services.

Before joining Vertek Corporation, Derrick worked as a Virtual Information Security Officer at Merchants Bank in 2017 and as an Information Security and Network Analyst from 2014 to 2016. In these roles, they were responsible for managing the bank's IT assets, conducting IT security and risk assessments, and participating in IT audits and exams.

Derrick's earlier experience includes positions at New England Federal Credit Union as a System Operations Specialist and at C3DI, Champlain College Center for Digital Investigations as an Intern. Derrick also contributed to the establishment of the Digital Forensic Association and served as a peer tutor at Champlain College.

Additionally, Derrick gained experience in troubleshooting hardware, software, and network systems as an Intern at Hanover Computer Company.

Throughout their career, Derrick has demonstrated expertise in network and security engineering, IT infrastructure management, and security operations. Derrick holds certifications as a CCNPS and CISSP, further highlighting their commitment to professional excellence.

Derrick Farmer, CCNPS, CISSP, completed their education with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer and Digital Forensics from Champlain College from 2005 to 2007. Prior to that, they earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in Electronics and Computer Technology from Kennebec Valley Community College from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, they hold a certification in CISSP from (ISC)², though the specific details regarding the month and year of obtaining the certification are unavailable.