Dean Mclarty
About Dean Mclarty
Dean McLarty is a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist at Interac Corp. in Toronto, Canada, with over 15 years of experience in various IT roles, including cybersecurity, project management, and customer relationship management.
Work at Interac
Dean Mclarty has been employed at Interac Corp. as a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist since 2018. He operates in the Toronto, Canada Area and has accumulated six years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include safeguarding the organization's digital assets and implementing cybersecurity protocols to protect against potential threats.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current role, Dean Mclarty worked at several organizations. He served as an IT Consultant at Hazama Corporation from 2008 to 2010. He also held the position of Computer Technician at Watts New Ltd. from 2002 to 2005. Additionally, he worked as a Senior Technical Trainer at CertFirst from 2016 to 2018, and briefly at Jolera Inc. as a Senior Cyber Security Specialist in 2018.
Education and Certifications
Dean Mclarty studied at the University of Technology Jamaica from 2000 to 2002. He is also pursuing further education at Gomex Security Academy, focusing on Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance. He has achieved the EC Council Certified Security Specialist designation and holds multiple cybersecurity certifications, including CEI, CISSP, CEH, EDRP, ECIH, and CySA+.
Cybersecurity Skills and Expertise
Dean Mclarty possesses a diverse skill set that encompasses project management, customer relationship management, and cybersecurity expertise. His background includes experience in software design and development, which complements his cybersecurity skills. Additionally, he has a specialization in forensics, enhancing his capabilities in the cybersecurity domain.
Career in Cybersecurity
Dean Mclarty has built a career in cybersecurity, starting as a Computer Security Analyst at Gomex Technologies LLC from 2012 to 2014. He also worked as a Financial Advisor at Sagicor Life Insurance Company from 2011 to 2012 and as a Technology Correspondent at RJR Communications Group from 2012 to 2014. His varied experiences contribute to his comprehensive understanding of the cybersecurity landscape.