Eric S. Weaver, Security Professional
About Eric S. Weaver, Security Professional
Eric S. Weaver is an Information Security Senior Analyst with over 17 years of experience in IT, specializing in endpoint security and cloud environment management. He has held various roles, including positions at Teradata, Midwest ISO, and Sallie Mae, where he has developed expertise in firewall configuration and certificate management.
Work at Sallie Mae
Eric S. Weaver has been employed at Sallie Mae as an Information Security Senior Analyst since 2016. In this role, he specializes in endpoint security, focusing on protecting the organization's digital assets. His responsibilities include implementing security measures and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Weaver's tenure at Sallie Mae has allowed him to leverage his extensive IT experience to enhance the company's security posture.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Prior to his current position, Eric S. Weaver held various roles in information security. He served as a Security Analyst at Midwest ISO from 2010 to 2013, where he contributed to the organization's security operations. Weaver also worked as a Senior Security Engineer at Teradata for one year, from 2015 to 2016. His experience includes managing firewalls and switches, which are critical components of network security.
Education and Expertise
Eric S. Weaver studied at Purdue University, focusing on Networking and achieving IT qualifications from 1991 to 1997. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in IT, which spans over 17 years. Weaver possesses expertise in managing and securing cloud environments, utilizing tools such as CloudCheckr and Alert Logic. He also has significant experience in certificate management with platforms like Microsoft CA, Verisign, and Entrust.
Diverse IT Background
Eric S. Weaver has a diverse background in IT, having held various positions that include Network Administrator and IT Instructor at Beacon Services, and Computer Network Consultant at Grand Valley State University. His career also includes roles as a Firewall and Network Administrator at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis and as a NOC Enterprise Monitoring Analyst at Midwest ISO. This varied experience has equipped him with a comprehensive skill set in network and system administration.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Eric S. Weaver has developed strong technical skills throughout his career, particularly in configuring and managing firewalls and switches. He is proficient with technologies such as Check Point R75, Palo Alto, Cisco 3850, 6500, Nexus, and ASA. His specialization in endpoint security and cloud environment management further demonstrates his capability in addressing contemporary security challenges in the IT landscape.