Chris Lowell
About Chris Lowell
Chris Lowell is a Principal Cyber Security Engineer at Raytheon with over 20 years of experience in information technology, specializing in systems engineering and administration.
Current Role at Raytheon
Chris Lowell currently holds the position of Principal Cyber Security Engineer at Raytheon in Waltham, Massachusetts, United States. In this role, he is responsible for implementing advanced security measures, configuring systems, and managing patch deployments to safeguard the company's information technology infrastructure. His extensive experience and technical proficiency contribute to the robust defense mechanisms necessary to protect sensitive data from cyber threats.
Previous Experience at Ewa
From 2009 to 2013, Chris Lowell served as Lead Security Engineer at Ewa in Herndon, Virginia, United States. During his tenure, he focused on developing security strategies, leading security initiatives, and managing the overall security posture of the company's IT systems. His role also involved overseeing the implementation of security policies and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Academic Background
Chris Lowell pursued his higher education at multiple institutions. He attended Missouri State University from 2012 to 2015. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgia State University, where he studied Music and Business from 1990 to 1995. Additionally, he studied at Northern Virginia Community College. His diverse academic background has contributed to his holistic understanding and approach to cybersecurity and information systems.
Early Career Roles
Chris Lowell's early career includes various roles that built his foundational knowledge in information technology. He worked at Ceridian as a Network Administrator and Quality Assurance Analyst from 1998 to 2000 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and then as a Network Analyst from 2001 to 2002. Additionally, he served as a System Engineer at Computer Jobs.com from 2000 to 2001, and as a Systems Technician at The Foxboro Company in Madrid, Spain, from 1995 to 1998.
Experience in Systems Engineering and Administration
With over 20 years of experience in the field of information technology, Chris Lowell has demonstrated expertise in systems engineering and administration. He is proficient in handling multiple operating systems and technologies, performing installation, configuration, patch management, and implementing advanced security measures. His skill set includes maintaining and improving system-user interactions and ensuring the robustness of IT infrastructures across various sectors such as private companies, academia, and government organizations.