Dave Giesen
About Dave Giesen
Dave Giesen is the Manager of Corporate IT and Security at Exchange Solutions, where he has implemented advanced security measures and a scalable virtual desktop infrastructure. With extensive experience in network and security administration, he has contributed significantly to projects such as the Town of Cochrane's fiber initiative and has achieved multiple certifications in IT security and systems engineering.
Work at Exchange Solutions
Dave Giesen currently serves as the Manager of Corporate IT and Security at Exchange Solutions, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's IT infrastructure and security protocols. His focus includes implementing advanced security measures and ensuring the integrity of the organization's data and systems.
Education and Expertise
Dave Giesen has a solid educational background in computer engineering and programming. He studied at Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, where he achieved a degree in Computer Programming and Analysis. Additionally, he has obtained several certifications, including Symantec Certified Specialist in Altiris Administration, CISSP from Cybrary, and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer from Trios.
Background
Dave Giesen has extensive experience in IT and network security. He worked as a Network and Security Administrator for the Town of Cochrane from 2015 to 2023, where he contributed to various projects, including a fiber project that connected a primary datacenter in Calgary. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Security Infrastructure Administrator at Symantec Corporation from 2006 to 2015 and as a Senior Systems Engineer at Telmetrics Inc from 1999 to 2006.
Achievements
During his tenure at the Town of Cochrane, Dave Giesen played a significant role in enhancing the organization's security framework. He designed and supported a scalable VMware Horizon Virtual Desktop Infrastructure for 250 users and implemented a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system using AlienVault. His efforts in developing a strategic risk management plan resulted in annual savings of approximately $100,000 by improving security measures across various facilities.