Christopher Reider, Cpp
About Christopher Reider, Cpp
Christopher Reider, Cpp, serves as the Director of Information Security at Knightscope, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in security management, with extensive experience in various roles including Director Client Development and Director Client Experience at Knightscope, and has a Master's degree in Cybersecurity.
Current Role at Knightscope
Christopher Reider currently serves as the Director of Information Security at Knightscope, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Mountain View, California, he is responsible for overseeing the company's information security strategies and initiatives. His role includes developing site contingency, risk prevention, and emergency plans to enhance safety and security awareness within the organization.
Previous Experience at Knightscope
Before his current role, Christopher Reider worked at Knightscope as the Director of Client Development from 2017 to 2020, and later as the Director of Client Experience from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure, he focused on enhancing client relationships and improving service delivery. His experience in these roles contributed to his understanding of client needs and security requirements.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Reider holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Intelligence Operations from American Military University, where he studied from 2008 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Cybersecurity from ECPI University, completing his studies from 2019 to 2021. His educational background supports his expertise in security management and cybersecurity.
Professional Background
Christopher Reider has a diverse professional background in security management. He has held various positions, including Sergeant in the Criminal Investigations Division at the Greenville Police Department from 2004 to 2013, and as a Loss Prevention Manager at Sears Holdings Corporation from 2013 to 2014. His experience also includes roles at Star Asset Security, LLC, Network Controls & Electric Inc, and Securitas Security Services USA, Inc.
Military Service
Christopher Reider served in the United States Marine Corps as a Corporal and Data Systems Analyst from 1998 to 2002. His military service provided him with foundational skills in data analysis and security operations, which have been beneficial throughout his career in the security sector.