Bob Benschneider
About Bob Benschneider
Bob Benschneider is the Manager of Cyber Security Testing and Assessments at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in security operations and software development, holding multiple GIAC certifications in various areas of cybersecurity.
Work at American Electric Power
Bob Benschneider currently serves as the Manager of Cyber Security Testing and Assessments at American Electric Power, a position he has held since 2020. Prior to this role, he worked as a Security Technical Specialist Lead from 2013 to 2020. His responsibilities include overseeing security testing initiatives and assessments to ensure the integrity of the company's cyber security measures. His tenure at American Electric Power spans over a total of seven years in various security roles, contributing to the organization's security posture.
Previous Experience at Big Lots Stores
Bob Benschneider has extensive experience at Big Lots Stores, where he worked in various capacities from 1995 to 2013. His roles included Site Selection Analyst, Programmer Analyst, and Sr. Information Protection Analyst. Over his eight years at Big Lots, he contributed to software development and information protection strategies, enhancing the company's operational security. His experience at Big Lots provided a solid foundation for his later roles in cyber security.
Education and Expertise
Bob Benschneider holds a Bachelor of Arts in Urban and Regional Planning from Miami University, which he completed from 1990 to 1994. He furthered his education at the SANS Technology Institute, where he earned a Graduate Certificate in Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking between 2017 and 2019. His educational background complements his expertise in application security, mobile security, penetration testing, and security engineering.
Certifications and Professional Memberships
Bob Benschneider is GIAC certified in multiple areas, including web application penetration testing (GWAPT), mobile security and penetration testing (GMOB), network penetration testing (GPEN), incident handling (GCIH), reverse-engineering of malware (GREM), and Python coding (GPYC). He is also a member of the GIAC Advisory Board, contributing his knowledge and experience to the field of cyber security.
Background in Security Operations and Software Development
Bob Benschneider has a diverse background that encompasses various aspects of security operations and software development. His career spans multiple roles that have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both security measures and software engineering practices. This combination of skills has enabled him to effectively address security challenges in different environments.