Evan H. Dygert, Gse, Cissp
About Evan H. Dygert, Gse, Cissp
Evan H. Dygert is an experienced cybersecurity professional and instructor at the SANS Institute, where he has worked since 2016. He currently serves as Principal Scientist for Cyber Threat Research at AbbVie and has over 40 years of experience in software development and cybersecurity.
Work at SANS Institute
Evan H. Dygert has served as an Instructor at the SANS Institute since 2016. In this role, he contributes to the education of cybersecurity professionals through various training programs. His experience in the field enhances the learning environment for students. Dygert's tenure at SANS Institute spans over eight years, during which he has taught in various locations, adapting to the needs of diverse learners.
Current Role at AbbVie
Since 2022, Evan H. Dygert has held the position of Principal Scientist in Cyber Threat Research and Active Measures at AbbVie. In this capacity, he focuses on identifying and mitigating cyber threats to protect the organization's digital assets. His role involves conducting research and implementing active measures to enhance cybersecurity protocols within the company.
Background in Consulting
Evan H. Dygert is the President of Dygert Consulting, Inc., a position he has maintained since 1991. His consulting work spans over three decades, where he provides expert witness and consulting services in intellectual property cases related to software. Dygert has also worked as a consultant for various organizations, including HighTech Solutions and ESOP Economics, Inc., where he contributed his expertise in software development and cybersecurity.
Education and Expertise
Evan H. Dygert has a robust educational background in computer science and business. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Brigham Young University and an MBA from the Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College. Additionally, he studied Computer Information Systems at Nova Southeastern University. Dygert holds numerous cybersecurity and forensic certifications, including GSE, CISSP, and CCE, among others, reflecting his extensive knowledge and expertise in the field.
Previous Experience
Evan H. Dygert has a diverse work history that includes significant roles in cybersecurity. He served as Principal Cyber Threat Intel at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association for seven months in 2021 and as a Senior Security Engineer from 2017 to 2021. His previous experience also includes ten years as an Expert Consultant at McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP and two years at McHale & Slavin, P.A. His extensive background contributes to his current roles and expertise.