Andy Woods
About Andy Woods
Andy Woods serves as the General Manager and Vice President of Managed Services at ECS, where he has worked since 2016. With a background in cybersecurity and technology, he previously held key positions at NCIS and BAE Systems, contributing to the development of advanced cyber solutions and managed service offerings.
Current Role at ECS
Andy Woods serves as the General Manager and Vice President of Managed Services at ECS, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he has been instrumental in creating 30 managed service offerings, including MDR/XDR, SOC as a service, and penetration testing. His responsibilities encompass pricing, marketing, and ensuring customer success. Under his leadership, ECS has built a profitable managed security service provider line of business, achieving double-digit year-over-year revenue growth and maintaining a 95% customer retention rate.
Previous Experience at NCIS
Andy Woods worked at the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) from 2003 to 2014, initially as a Computer Scientist and later as Chief Technology Officer and Senior Computer Scientist. During his tenure, he developed cyber solutions focused on national-level intrusion detection and monitoring. He also contributed to digital forensics and data exploitation capabilities aimed at counterintelligence and espionage efforts.
Experience at BAE Systems
From 2014 to 2016, Andy Woods held the position of Director of Commercial Cybersecurity at BAE Systems in Herndon, VA. In this role, he focused on enhancing cybersecurity measures and strategies for commercial clients, leveraging his extensive background in technology and security.
Educational Background
Andy Woods earned a Master of Science in Information Management from Syracuse University. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics from Mercer University. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his career in technology and cybersecurity.
Leadership in Sales and Compliance Expertise
Andy Woods has demonstrated leadership in managing a team of 600 sales representatives at Apex Systems, focusing on cybersecurity, cloud, and IT solutions for Fortune 500 companies. He possesses expertise in various regulatory and compliance frameworks, including CSF, NERC CIP, HIPAA, HITrust, PCI, and NIST, which enhances his ability to navigate complex security requirements.