Brandy Nance
About Brandy Nance
Brandy Nance is a Senior HR Business Partner at SANS Institute, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in human resources, having held various roles at organizations such as Kord Technologies and ERC, Inc.
Work at SANS Institute
Brandy Nance has been serving as a Senior HR Business Partner at SANS Institute since 2022. In this role, she has been involved in managing HR compliance, including US government reporting and international compliance awareness. She has played a significant role in the development of HR reports and business intelligence dashboards for business leaders. Additionally, Nance has collaborated with the strategic HR team to identify and develop key and high-potential employees through succession planning. Her contributions also include managing the HR compensation function and working with the project leader on the Job Structure project.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before her tenure at SANS Institute, Brandy Nance held various positions in human resources. She worked as a Human Resources Manager at Kord Technologies from 2015 to 2021, where she managed HR functions for six years. Prior to that, she served as a Human Resources Generalist at ERC, Inc. for six months in 2014-2015. Nance also gained experience as a Human Resources Assistant II at System Studies and Simulation (S3), Inc. from 2010 to 2012, and as an Administrative Assistant at Wallace State Community College from 2003 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Brandy Nance studied Human Resources Management at Virginia College, where she earned an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree from 2008 to 2010. She furthered her education at Capella University, achieving a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources Management from 2015 to 2017. Her educational background supports her expertise in various HR functions, including compliance, compensation, and strategic HR initiatives.
Change Management and Culture
At SANS Institute, Brandy Nance has been instrumental in change management activities while maintaining the organization's unique culture. Her role involves ensuring that HR practices align with the company's values and support its mission. Nance's efforts in this area contribute to a cohesive work environment and facilitate the adaptation of HR strategies to meet organizational needs.