John Lowry
About John Lowry
John Lowry is a Security Engineer with extensive experience in cloud security and automation. He has worked for several companies, including Cambia Health Solutions and Oblong Industries Inc., and has a strong educational background in Computer Information Systems and Liberal Studies.
Current Role at Cambia Health Solutions
John Lowry has been employed as a Security Engineer at Cambia Health Solutions since 2016. His role involves enhancing the security posture of the organization through the implementation of various security measures. He works in a hybrid environment based in Portland, Oregon. His responsibilities include utilizing automation tools like Ansible and Terraform to streamline security processes, ensuring the integrity and security of the company's systems.
Previous Experience in Security Engineering
Prior to his current position, John Lowry held several roles in security engineering. He worked at DataScience, Inc. as a Security Engineer from 2015 to 2016 and at Hypermedia Systems from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he served as a System Administrator at Oblong Industries Inc. from 2011 to 2013. His experience in these roles has contributed to his expertise in vulnerability management and container security.
Education and Academic Background
John Lowry's educational journey includes studying at San Francisco State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from 2001 to 2005. He also attended City College of San Francisco, achieving a degree in Computer Information Systems from 2005 to 2007. His academic background is complemented by his time at Mt. San Antonio College and his high school diploma from Arcadia High School.
Technical Skills and Expertise
John Lowry possesses a range of technical skills relevant to his role as a Security Engineer. He specializes in container orchestration technologies, including EKS, ECS, and Kubernetes. He is proficient in using Python for automation and security scripting tasks. Additionally, he has expertise in implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Ansible, as well as utilizing Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools to enhance cloud security.
Early Career and Internships
John Lowry began his career with various roles that laid the foundation for his expertise in technology and security. He worked as a Technology Learning Center Intern at City College of San Francisco in 2006. He also served as an OS Administrator at IT Convergence for a brief period in 2006. His early experiences contributed to his understanding of system administration and security practices.