Derak La Plante, MBA
About Derak La Plante, MBA
Derak La Plante is a Lead Attack Surface Reduction Security Analyst at Thomson Reuters with over 20 years of experience in information technology and cybersecurity. He specializes in computer forensics, vulnerability remediation, and ethical hacking.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Derak La Plante currently serves as the Lead Attack Surface Reduction Security Analyst at Thomson Reuters. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's cybersecurity initiatives in Eagan, Minnesota. In this role, he focuses on identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities, enhancing the overall security posture of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Derak La Plante has a diverse educational background in technology and business. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, completing his studies from 2017 to 2019. He also holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Information Technology from the same institution, achieved between 2013 and 2014. Additionally, he completed an Associate in Science in Electronics at NEI College of Technology from 1997 to 1999 and studied Computer Networking at Anoka Ramsey Community College in 2003.
Background in Information Technology
Derak La Plante has over 20 years of experience in Information Technology, Network, and Cyber Security. His career includes a decade of service as an Information Technology Specialist with the Department of Defense MN Army National Guard from 2005 to 2015. Prior to his current role, he worked at HealthPartners as a Security Vulnerability and Threat Management analyst from 2015 to 2020.
Achievements in Cyber Security
Derak La Plante specializes in enterprise network security, vulnerability remediation, and wireless network defense. He engages in penetration testing and security auditing, applying his expertise in computer forensics and data recovery. Additionally, he practices white hat ethical hacking operations, contributing to the security and integrity of the systems he manages.