Andrew Holcomb
About Andrew Holcomb
Andrew Holcomb serves as the Sr. Manager of Security & IT at DNAnexus, where he leads a global team and acts as a technology advisor. He has extensive experience in IT and security roles, having previously worked at Socure, the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, and The CE Shop.
Current Role at DNAnexus
Andrew Holcomb serves as the Sr. Manager of Security & IT at DNAnexus since 2022. His role is primarily remote and based in Palo Alto, California. He manages a global team of five IT staff, focusing on Helpdesk, Network & Security, and Applications. Holcomb acts as a trusted technology advisor for DNAnexus business teams, fostering relationships with business leaders to enhance collaboration and support.
Previous Experience at Socure
Prior to his current position, Holcomb worked at Socure as a Senior DevOps Architect from 2017 to 2022. This role was remote and based in Denver, Colorado. During his five years at Socure, he contributed to various DevOps initiatives and infrastructure projects.
Experience at Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
From 2008 to 2012, Andrew Holcomb was employed as a Linux Infrastructure Architect at the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. This on-site position in Denver, Colorado, lasted for four years and involved managing Linux systems and infrastructure.
Education and Academic Background
Andrew Holcomb studied Computer Science at Iowa State University, where he earned his Bachelor's degree from 2009 to 2011. His education provided a foundation in technology and systems that supports his career in IT and security management.
Technical Skills and Technologies Utilized
Holcomb utilizes a diverse range of technologies in his current role, including Okta, GSuite, Crowdstrike, Zoom, SAP Litmos, Jira/Confluence, SmartRecruiters, AWS, Cisco Meraki, OpenPath, QualysGuard, DocuSign, Box, Office365, SnipeIT, LucidChart, SmartSheet, GitHub, VMware UEM, and Envoy. His expertise in these tools supports the development of secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure.