Dan Ferguson
About Dan Ferguson
Dan Ferguson is the Manager of Cyber Security Engineering and Architecture at BLUE ORIGIN, with over 19 years of experience in technology solutions and cyber security.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Dan Ferguson currently serves as the Manager of Cyber Security Engineering and Architecture at BLUE ORIGIN. He assumed this position in 2022 and has been responsible for overseeing cybersecurity measures and ensuring the integrity of the company's engineering and architecture systems. His role involves strategic planning and implementation of cybersecurity protocols to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
Previous Positions at BLUE ORIGIN
Before becoming the Manager of Cyber Security Engineering and Architecture, Dan Ferguson worked as a Cyber Security Engineer III at BLUE ORIGIN from 2020 to 2022. During this time, he contributed to cybersecurity project management, incident response, and risk assessment. Based in Kent, Washington, his work was integral to the company's overall security posture, ensuring robust defense mechanisms were in place.
Experience in Technology and Security
Dan Ferguson has extensive experience in technology and security roles, with over 19 years dedicated to solving complex problems with innovative technology solutions. His career has spanned various positions, including Technology Security Analyst at Community Health Plan of Washington, Technical Consultant at securenetwork.tech llc, and Senior System Administrator at the Center for Infectious Disease Research. Each role has contributed to his deep understanding of incident investigation, process improvement, and mitigation strategies.
Military and Early Career
Dan's career began in the United States Air Force, where he served as a Quality Assurance Evaluator from 2006 to 2009 at Yokota Air Base in Japan. He then transitioned to roles such as Technical Specialist at PKMM in Afghanistan and IT Specialist at Design Imports. These early positions laid a strong foundation in electronic systems and network administration, which he later expanded upon in various cybersecurity roles.
Education Background
Dan Ferguson holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from WGU Washington. He also achieved a degree in Network Convergence Technologies from Tacoma Community College and an Associate of Applied Science in Electronic Systems from Community College of the Air Force. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in technology and cybersecurity domains.