Dave Kenney
About Dave Kenney
Dave Kenney is a Senior Information Assurance Engineer with extensive experience in system security and technology evaluation. He has worked at Atlantic Digital since 2013 and previously held positions at SAIC, contributing to various engineering and information assurance projects.
Work at Atlantic Digital
Dave Kenney has served as a Senior Information Assurance Engineer at Atlantic Digital since 2013. His role involves evaluating new technology and conducting system CONOP and hardware evaluations within the TACLAN engineering environment. He has accumulated over 11 years of experience in this position, contributing to the company's focus on information assurance and security compliance in technology solutions.
Previous Experience at SAIC
Prior to his current role, Dave Kenney worked at SAIC from 2010 to 2013. He held the position of Senior Systems Engineer V at the USCENTCOM HQ, where he led Remedy Requirements and Information Assurance tasks. His tenure at SAIC included a year as a Systems Engineer focused on Multilevel Security in the TACLAN Program. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in systems engineering and information assurance.
Education and Expertise
Dave Kenney earned a Master of Science in Computer Information Systems (MSCIS) from the University of Phoenix, where he studied Information System Management from 1999 to 2001. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Norfolk State University, where he studied Broadcasting from 1977 to 1981. His educational background supports his expertise in applying STIG guidelines for security compliance and utilizing various security tools for vulnerability assessments.
Security Compliance Knowledge
Dave Kenney possesses extensive knowledge of security compliance, particularly in the energy sector. He is familiar with NERC CIP requirements and utilizes NIST SP 800-53 as a core compliance risk management framework. His expertise includes applying security guidelines to ensure compliance across various devices, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining high security standards.
Technical Skills and Tools
In his professional roles, Dave Kenney has gained experience using security tools such as Retina's eEye, Gold Disk, and Security Readiness Reviews (SRRs) for conducting vulnerability assessments and implementing mitigations. His technical skills are integral to his responsibilities in information assurance, ensuring that systems meet necessary security standards.