Eric Kraft
About Eric Kraft
Eric Kraft serves as a Senior Manager at Coalfire in Reston, Virginia, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in security consulting and provides mentorship to team members in various technical areas.
Work at Coalfire
Eric Kraft has been employed at Coalfire since 2020, currently holding the position of Senior Manager. His tenure at Coalfire spans over three years, during which he has progressed through various roles including Senior Security Consultant and Security Consultant. In his current role, he is responsible for talent decisions related to performance management, compensation, and hiring. He also provides mentorship and coaching to team members in areas such as audit, assessment, technical review, and writing. Kraft interfaces with clients throughout engagements, ensuring effective communication with all levels of client organizations.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Coalfire, Eric Kraft gained experience in various roles. He worked as an IT/Cyber Security Intern at IP Network Solutions for two months in 2016. Prior to that, he served as an Operations Assistant at Capital Markets Cooperative for one month in 2014. Additionally, he worked as a Moving Assistant at JK Moving Services for two months in 2013. These positions contributed to his foundational skills in operations and cybersecurity.
Education and Expertise
Eric Kraft studied at James Madison University, where he earned a degree from the College of Business. He majored in Management with a concentration in Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (TIE) and minored in Computer Information Systems (CIS). His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in management principles and technical expertise, which he applies in his current role in cybersecurity.
Career Progression
Eric Kraft's career at Coalfire reflects a clear trajectory of growth and increasing responsibility. He began as an Associate Security Consultant in 2017, advancing to Security Consultant in 2018, and then to Senior Security Consultant in 2020. His current position as Senior Manager, which he has held since 2021, highlights his development within the company and his commitment to the field of cybersecurity.