Katherine Nielander, Cissp, Cism
About Katherine Nielander, Cissp, Cism
Katherine Nielander is a Cloud Architect and IS Security Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories, with over two decades of experience in the IT and services industry, specializing in system deployment and information assurance.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Katherine Nielander currently works as a Cloud Architect/IS Security Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She has been in this position since 2022. Her role involves ensuring the security of cloud-based systems and protecting sensitive information. She focuses on maintaining robust security protocols to safeguard information assets.
Position at Center for Infrastructure Assurance and Security
Since 2021, Katherine Nielander has been serving as an Information Security Instructor at the Center for Infrastructure Assurance and Security (CIAS) at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Her work involves educating and training individuals in information security practices to help bolster cybersecurity defenses. This role allows her to impart her extensive knowledge to the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Role with the United States Department of the Air Force
Katherine Nielander has been a Cyber Security Specialist for the United States Department of the Air Force since 2020, stationed at Laughlin AFB in Texas. Her responsibilities include protecting digital assets and ensuring the cybersecurity measures are in place. Previously, she served as a Client Services Technician and Technical Order Document Specialist within various divisions of the Air Force from 2011 to 2020.
Previous Experience in System and Network Engineering
Between 2002 and 2007, Katherine Nielander worked as a System and Network Engineer while being self-employed in Landscheid, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. In this role, she was responsible for deploying systems and maintaining network infrastructure for various clients. This experience laid the foundation for her career in IT and cybersecurity.
Educational Background and Certifications
Katherine Nielander holds a Master of Technology (MTech) in Computer/Information Technology Information Assurance and Security from American Military University, earned between 2017 and 2019. She is also certified in CISSP and CISM, which underscores her advanced understanding and capability in cybersecurity management.