Matthew Myrick
About Matthew Myrick
Matthew Myrick serves as the Chief Information Security Officer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2021. He holds multiple degrees in Computer Science and has received several awards for his contributions to cybersecurity.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Matthew Myrick has held multiple roles at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) since 1997. He currently serves as the Chief Information Security Officer, a position he has held since 2021. Prior to this role, he was the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer from 2017 to 2021 and worked as a Security Architect from 2013 to 2021. His tenure at LLNL spans over 24 years, during which he also served as a Senior Security Engineer from 1997 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Myrick earned both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Computer Science from California State University, Chico. He completed his undergraduate studies from 2000 to 2004 and his graduate studies from 2004 to 2005. His academic background supports his extensive expertise in cybersecurity, particularly in areas such as network defense, incident response, and security automation.
Achievements
Matthew Myrick has received notable recognitions in his field, including the SANS National Cybersecurity Innovation Award and the Department of Energy Outstanding Mentor Award. He holds multiple professional certifications, including CISSP, GCIH, and GCIA, among others, which demonstrate his commitment to maintaining high standards in cybersecurity.
Professional Involvement
In addition to his role at LLNL, Matthew Myrick is an active member of the Bay Area CSO Council, having joined in 2020. He also contributes to the academic community by lecturing on computer security topics at California State University, Chico, and the Naval Postgraduate School.
Research Interests
Matthew Myrick's research interests focus on critical areas of cybersecurity, including network defense, incident response, security automation, and cyber hygiene at scale. His work in these areas aims to enhance security measures and practices within organizations.