Clem Messerli
About Clem Messerli
Clem Messerli serves as the Lead Internet Analyst at Transamerica, where he develops custom zero-day countermeasures and provides technical support for various vendor applications. With a background in Java technologies and extensive experience in security threat management, he has been in this role since 2005 and previously worked at Rockwell Collins.
Work at Transamerica
Clem Messerli has served as the Lead Internet Analyst at Transamerica since 2005. In this role, he develops custom zero-day countermeasures to address security threats. He is involved in providing technical support and integration for various third-party vendor applications, including RepliWeb, AppDynamics, Microsoft System Center, RemoteDesktopManager, and IPMonitor. Messerli also participates in Critical Service Outages as a member of the SWAT escalation team, ensuring swift responses to significant issues.
Previous Experience at Rockwell Collins
Prior to his tenure at Transamerica, Clem Messerli worked as an Internet Analyst at Rockwell Collins from 2000 to 2005. During his five years in this position, he was based in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area. His responsibilities included troubleshooting custom .NET applications and providing technical support, which laid the foundation for his current expertise in internet analysis and security.
Education and Expertise
Clem Messerli earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Studies from Central College, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. His educational background supports his technical expertise, which includes proficiency in Java technologies such as Tomcat, WebLogic, and WebSphere. This knowledge enhances his capabilities in developing and implementing security measures in his current role.
Security Responsibilities
In his current position, Clem Messerli is responsible for reviewing security reports from various sources, including Qualys, Trustwave, NexPose Rapid7, and F5 ASM. He coordinates system patching on over 50 F5 devices located across the United States, Europe, and Hong Kong. His role is crucial in maintaining the security posture of the organization and ensuring compliance with industry standards.