Derek Villegas
About Derek Villegas
Derek Villegas serves as the Supervisor of the Technical Engineering Center at Dataprise, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in IT support and law enforcement, holding an Associate’s Degree in Computer Information Technology and a perfect GPA of 4.0.
Work at Dataprise
Derek Villegas has been employed at Dataprise since 2021, serving as Team Lead in the Technical Engineering Center. His role involves overseeing technical operations and managing a team of engineers. He has contributed to the company's growth and efficiency in providing IT solutions. Villegas has held the position of Supervisor within the Technical Engineering Center for three years, based in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current role, Derek Villegas worked at several organizations in various technical capacities. He served as an IT Technician at Manpower for nine months in 2017 in Ft. Pierce, Florida. He also held the position of Senior IT Support Technician II at Omega Technology Solutions for three months in 2021. Additionally, he worked as a Desktop/Wireless Manager at the Visiting Nurse Association of Florida from 2017 to 2021, where he managed IT support services.
Education and Expertise
Derek Villegas studied Computer Information Technology at Indian River State College, where he earned an Associate’s Degree with a perfect GPA of 4.0 from 2015 to 2016. He was nominated for the All Florida Academic Team in both 2015 and 2016, recognizing his academic achievements. He also attended San Antonio College, where he studied Criminal Justice/Police Science but did not complete the program.
Background in Law Enforcement
Before transitioning to the IT field, Derek Villegas served as a Police Officer for the City of New Braunfels from 2008 to 2012. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in public service and community engagement, which he has carried into his technical roles.
Membership and Honors
Derek Villegas is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, an organization that recognizes academic excellence among students in community colleges. His membership reflects his commitment to education and professional development.