Devin Byrnes
About Devin Byrnes
Devin Byrnes serves as the Creative Director of Security Awareness at the SANS Institute, where he has worked since 2023. He has a robust background in eLearning, front-end web development, and video and audio production, with prior roles at various educational institutions and companies.
Current Role at SANS Institute
Devin Byrnes serves as the Creative Director of Security Awareness at SANS Institute, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing strategies to enhance security awareness through creative and engaging content. His work is based in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area, where he leverages his expertise in eLearning and multimedia production to address security challenges faced by organizations.
Previous Experience in Education
Prior to his current role, Devin Byrnes worked as an Instructor at the Maryland Institute College of Art from 2010 to 2011. During this time, he contributed to the education of students in the Baltimore, Maryland Area, sharing his knowledge in design and multimedia. His experience in academia complements his extensive background in creative roles across various industries.
Background in Multimedia Production
Devin Byrnes has a strong background in video and audio production, which he developed through various roles. He worked as a Video Production Manager at SANS Institute from 2017 to 2020, where he managed video projects aimed at enhancing security education. Additionally, he held the position of Interactive Designer and Audio Production Editor at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health from 2015 to 2017, further solidifying his expertise in multimedia content creation.
Education and Qualifications
Devin Byrnes earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the Maryland Institute College of Art, completing his studies from 1999 to 2003. This educational foundation provided him with essential skills in design and visual communication, which he has applied throughout his career in various creative roles.
Career Development and Previous Roles
Before his current position, Devin Byrnes held several significant roles in the creative industry. He served as Digital Art Director at SANS Institute from 2020 to 2023, and as Creative Director and Co-Founder at Hardly Square from 2005 to 2017. His diverse experience includes an internship at Avid Technology, where he began his career in multimedia production. Throughout his career, he has produced content for corporations with a global reach.