Mitchell Deane
About Mitchell Deane
Mitchell Deane is a Senior Cybersecurity Systems Analyst at LCRA, with a background in systems administration and cybersecurity. He has held various roles in the tech industry, including positions at Aristocrat, Box, and Whole Foods Market, and has completed multiple certifications in software engineering and network technologies.
Work at LCRA
Mitchell Deane has been employed at the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) since 2020, serving as a Senior Cybersecurity Systems Analyst. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the organization's cybersecurity posture through the optimization and updating of information security policies and strategies. His position is hybrid, allowing him to work both remotely and on-site in Austin, Texas. Deane's expertise in cybersecurity is complemented by his extensive background in systems administration.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Before joining LCRA, Mitchell Deane worked as a Security Ops Analyst at Aristocrat from 2019 to 2020. He also held the position of Security Specialist at Box from 2018 to 2019. His experience includes automating security-related tasks in both operational and development environments, which has contributed to his skill set in the cybersecurity field.
Education and Expertise
Mitchell Deane has a diverse educational background in technology and communication. He studied at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Theatre from 2006 to 2011. He furthered his technical skills by attending Austin Community College, where he achieved a PC Technician Certification in A+ and Network+. Additionally, he completed a Software Engineering Bootcamp at Hack Reactor, focusing on Fullstack JavaScript and software engineering. Deane also studied Web Development at MakerSquare.
Background in IT Support
Mitchell Deane has a solid foundation in IT support and systems administration. He worked as a Helpdesk/System Administrator at National Western Life for two months in 2014 and as a Helpdesk Specialist/Systems Administrator at rateGenius, Inc. from 2015 to 2016. His role at Whole Foods Market as a Global Help Desk - Level 2 contractor from 2017 to 2018 further solidified his expertise in end user support.
Career Progression
Mitchell Deane's career has progressed through various roles in cybersecurity and IT support. He transitioned from web development at Mylifetime.com in 2017 to security-focused positions at Box and Aristocrat. His diverse experience across different sectors has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both the technical and operational aspects of cybersecurity.