Erik Diekmeyer, Cissp
About Erik Diekmeyer, Cissp
Erik Diekmeyer is a Cyber Security Manager at American Electric Power, specializing in endpoint security, Internet gateway architecture, and forensics. He holds a Master's degree in Geography from The University of Kansas and a Bachelor's degree in Geography from Miami University.
Work at American Electric Power
Erik Diekmeyer has served as the Cyber Security Manager at American Electric Power since 2004. He operates within one of the largest electric utilities in the United States, located in the Columbus, Ohio area. His role involves overseeing various aspects of cybersecurity to protect the organization's infrastructure and data.
Education and Expertise
Erik Diekmeyer holds a Master of Arts in Geography from The University of Kansas, where he studied from 1991 to 1994. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Geography from Miami University, completing his studies from 1987 to 1991. His academic background supports his specialization in endpoint security, Internet gateway architecture, and forensics as an Information Security Specialist.
Background
Before joining American Electric Power, Erik Diekmeyer gained experience in the information technology field. He worked at Gateway as an Information Technology professional for one year from 1995 to 1996. Following that, he spent seven years at Cerner Corporation as a System Administrator from 1996 to 2003, where he developed his skills in managing and securing IT systems.
Cybersecurity Specializations
Erik Diekmeyer specializes in various areas of cybersecurity, including endpoint security, web security, email security, remote access, VPN, and Network Access Control (NAC). His expertise in these domains enables him to implement effective security measures and strategies to safeguard organizational assets.