Nate Waddell
About Nate Waddell
Nate Waddell is a Senior Associate at Schellman, specializing in FedRAMP. He has a diverse background in cybersecurity and IT, with previous roles at companies such as Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, BAE Systems, and Booz Allen Hamilton.
Work at Schellman
Nate Waddell has been employed at Schellman as a Senior Associate specializing in FedRAMP since 2022. In this role, he focuses on providing compliance and security assessments for cloud service providers seeking FedRAMP authorization. His responsibilities include evaluating security controls and ensuring adherence to federal standards.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Before joining Schellman, Nate Waddell worked at several organizations in cybersecurity roles. He served as a Security Consultant at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, he was a Cyber Analyst at BAE Systems, Inc. from 2018 to 2019. His experience in these positions contributed to his expertise in cybersecurity practices and risk management.
Background in IT and Network Administration
Nate Waddell's career began in network administration. He worked at Altruista Health as a Network Administrator from 2016 to 2018 and as a Junior Network Administrator from 2015 to 2016. His foundational experience in IT infrastructure and network management has informed his subsequent roles in cybersecurity.
Educational Qualifications
Nate Waddell holds multiple degrees in the field of cybersecurity and information technology. He earned a Bachelor of Science in IT - Security from Western Governors University, completing his studies from 2016 to 2018. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from the same institution from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he holds an Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity from Northern Virginia Community College, completed from 2014 to 2016.
Early Career and Administrative Roles
Nate Waddell's early career included administrative roles in payroll management. He worked as a Payroll Administrator at HydroGeoLogic, Inc. from 2007 to 2013 and at Learning Tree International from 2013 to 2015. These positions provided him with valuable experience in organizational operations before transitioning to IT and cybersecurity.