Jarad Switzer
About Jarad Switzer
Jarad Switzer is a Senior Security Analyst with over 15 years of experience in IT and application solutions. He holds a Master's degree in Information Systems from the University of Colorado Denver and has previously worked in various roles, including Senior Security Engineer at CommonSpirit Health and IT Manager at Catholic Health Initiatives.
Current Role as Senior Security Analyst
Jarad Switzer currently serves as a Senior Security Analyst at CommonSpirit Health, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he collaborates with Cyber and IT teams to address security vulnerabilities, focusing on enhancing security processes for improved efficiency. His responsibilities include managing remediation efforts for identified security threats using various tools.
Previous Experience at CommonSpirit Health
Prior to his current role, Jarad worked at CommonSpirit Health as a Senior Security Engineer from 2014 to 2021. During this seven-year tenure, he contributed to the organization's security infrastructure and helped implement solutions to safeguard sensitive information.
Education and Expertise
Jarad Switzer holds a Master's degree in Information Systems - Enterprise Technology Management from the University of Colorado Denver, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business, completing his studies from 2000 to 2005. His educational background supports his extensive experience in IT and application solutions.
Career Background in IT
Jarad has over 15 years of experience in the IT sector. He began his career as an IT Tech II at the University of Colorado Boulder from 2002 to 2010, followed by roles at Catholic Health Initiatives as an Application Developer and IT Manager. His diverse experience has contributed to his expertise in security and application solutions.
Technical Skills and Tools
In his professional roles, Jarad utilizes various tools to manage security threats, including Obsidian, Crowdstrike, Rapid7, Splunk, and Medigate. His technical skills enable him to effectively address security vulnerabilities and enhance the overall security posture of the organizations he has worked for.