Matthew Dechant
About Matthew Dechant
Matthew Dechant serves as the Director of Information Security at IDEO, a position he has held since 2014. He has a background in IT management and network architecture, with previous roles at IDEO and Insight Product Development.
Current Role at IDEO
Matthew Dechant serves as the Director of Information Security at IDEO, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's information security strategy and ensuring the protection of sensitive data. His tenure at IDEO has spanned a decade, during which he has contributed to the development and implementation of security protocols and practices.
Previous Experience at IDEO
Before becoming the Director of Information Security, Matthew Dechant held several positions at IDEO. He worked as a Senior IT Project Manager from 2005 to 2008, followed by a role as Network Architect from 2008 to 2011. He then served as IT Infrastructure Manager from 2011 to 2014. These roles provided him with extensive experience in IT management and infrastructure development.
Work at Insight Product Development
Matthew Dechant worked as a Systems Administrator at Insight Product Development from 2000 to 2005. During his five years in this role, he was based in Chicago, Illinois. His responsibilities included managing system operations and supporting IT infrastructure, which laid the groundwork for his future roles in information security and IT management.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Dechant earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he studied from 1991 to 1996. His educational background has equipped him with the foundational knowledge necessary for his career in information technology and security.