Chris Childress
About Chris Childress
Chris Childress serves as the Director of Security at Digital River, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in network operations and engineering, having held various positions at Digital River and FICO over a career spanning more than two decades.
Current Role at Digital River
Chris Childress serves as the Director of Security at Digital River, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the security operations within the organization. His tenure at Digital River has been marked by a focus on enhancing security protocols and ensuring the integrity of network systems in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Previous Positions at Digital River
Prior to his current role, Chris Childress held multiple positions at Digital River. He worked as the Director of Network & Telecom Engineering from 2017 to 2018, and before that, he served as the Technical Manager of Network Operations from 2011 to 2016. Additionally, he was a Senior Manager in Network Telecom Engineering for 11 months in 2016. His extensive experience at Digital River spans over a decade.
Professional Background in IT
Chris Childress has a robust background in information technology. He began his career as a Small Computer Specialist in the US Marine Corps from 1996 to 2000. Following this, he worked as a System Administrator at Agiliti from 2000 to 2005. He then transitioned to FICO, where he served as the Network Operations Manager from 2005 to 2011, gaining significant experience in network management.
Education and Expertise
Chris Childress studied at Capella University, focusing on Information Technology with an emphasis on Networking from 2005 to 2012. This educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various technical roles throughout his career in the IT sector.