Patrick Bland
About Patrick Bland
Patrick Bland is a Senior Forensics and Incident Response Analyst at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in systems administration and data protection, collaborating with various teams to manage data for investigations and litigation.
Work at Navistar
Patrick Bland has held multiple roles at Navistar Inc since 2015, serving as a Senior Forensics and Incident Response Analyst and as a Senior End User Services Lead. In these positions, he focuses on data protection and incident response, collaborating with various teams including Network Security, Data Security, and Desktop Engineering. He also acts as a Lead Forensic Specialist, concentrating on safeguarding data for legal and investigative purposes. His responsibilities include managing the process of obtaining and distributing data for investigations in collaboration with the Legal department.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Navistar, Patrick Bland worked at several notable organizations. He served as a Senior Systems Administrator at The Walt Disney Company from 2003 to 2015 and at ACS, a Xerox Company, from 2006 to 2015. Prior to these roles, he was a Senior Systems Administrator at Tek Systems from 1996 to 2003 and worked as a 3rd Shift Inventory Manager at USRobotics from 1994 to 1996. His extensive experience in systems administration has contributed to his expertise in forensics and incident response.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Bland studied Commercial Art at the Art Institute of Philadelphia, where he earned a Certificate from 1991 to 1993. He also attended the State University of New York at Albany, focusing on Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, and achieved a Certificate from 1992 to 1994. His educational background supports his technical expertise, particularly in cybersecurity, where he serves as a Subject Matter Expert for CyberArk, maintaining privileged account access and protecting data from external threats.
Forensic Analysis and Data Security
In his role at Navistar, Patrick Bland has been instrumental in processing litigation-held information and ensuring secure storage. His work as a Lead Forensic Specialist involves protecting sensitive data for legal and investigative purposes. He collaborates closely with the security team to enhance data protection measures, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of information within the organization.