Matthew Carrigan
About Matthew Carrigan
Matthew Carrigan is a Business Continuity Specialist with a background in psychology and criminology. He has experience in emergency alert systems, risk assessments, and business continuity planning, currently working at General Atomics since 2019.
Work at General Atomics
Matthew Carrigan has been employed at General Atomics as a Business Continuity Specialist since 2019. In this role, he creates professional leadership presentations and guides leadership teams during Business Continuity events. He facilitates and guides risk assessments, functional area Business Impact Analyses (BIA's), and the development of Business Continuity plans. Carrigan acts as a liaison between company management teams, department representatives, and Business Continuity representatives, ensuring effective communication and coordination during critical events.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Carrigan holds a Master of Science in Homeland Security from San Diego State University. He also has two Bachelor of Arts degrees, one in Psychology and another in Criminology, both from Penn State University. Additionally, he studied at the University of Westminster. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and crisis management, which is essential for his role in business continuity.
Professional Experience
Before joining General Atomics, Carrigan gained diverse work experience in various roles. He served as a Departmental Intern at the Irvine Police Department for two months in 2015. He worked as a Sales Associate at JCPenney from 2016 to 2018 in the Greater San Diego Area. Additionally, he was a Background Investigator I at Perspecta for four months in 2018 to 2019. Earlier in his career, he worked as a PetsHotel Associate at PetSmart in 2013 and 2014, each for two months in Foothill Ranch, California.
Skills and Competencies
Matthew Carrigan possesses strong skills in creating and monitoring emergency alert notifications. He is proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and has strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. His expertise in risk assessments and Business Impact Analyses contributes to effective Business Continuity planning and execution.