Christopher Coffey
About Christopher Coffey
Christopher Coffey is an Associate Security Consultant with expertise in cybersecurity and compliance, currently working at Coalfire in Los Angeles. He has a background in technology and business, having held various roles in educational and startup environments, and has experience in conducting extensive customer discovery interviews.
Current Role at Coalfire
Christopher Coffey serves as an Associate Security Consultant at Coalfire, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Los Angeles, California, he focuses on providing cybersecurity consulting services to clients. His role involves assisting clients in achieving FedRAMP compliance, which requires adherence to stringent cybersecurity standards. Coffey's expertise in cybersecurity and technical problem-solving is integral to his contributions at Coalfire.
Previous Experience at NSIN
Prior to his current role, Coffey worked at the National Security Innovation Network (NSIN) as a Hacking For Defense National Finalist in 2019. He spent 11 months in Boulder, Colorado, where he engaged in innovative problem-solving related to national security challenges. This experience allowed him to apply his technical skills in a competitive environment focused on real-world issues.
Education and Expertise
Coffey holds a Bachelor's degree in Business and Information Management from the University of Colorado Boulder, where he studied from 2016 to 2020. He also graduated from Calabasas High School in 2016 with a High School Diploma. His educational background supports his expertise in solving complex technical problems through extensive customer discovery interviews, often conducting over 100 interviews to gather insights.
Technical Roles in Education
Coffey has held several technical positions in educational settings. He worked as a Student Technology Technician at the University of Colorado Boulder from 2018 to 2020. Earlier, he served as a Technology Intern and later as a Student IT Technician at Las Virgenes Unified School District, where he gained practical experience in technology support and infrastructure.
Venture Capital Experience
In addition to his technical roles, Coffey has experience in raising venture capital for a startup. This experience highlights his ability to navigate both technical and business aspects of projects, showcasing a well-rounded skill set that is beneficial in the cybersecurity consulting field.