Sascha Mangs
About Sascha Mangs
Sascha Mangs serves as the Associate Director of Security Engineering at Yale University, bringing over eight years of experience in the field. With a strong background in information security practices, particularly in higher education, Mangs has previously held positions at Trinity College and Eastern Connecticut State University.
Current Role at Yale University
Sascha Mangs serves as the Associate Director of Security Engineering at Yale University. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing security engineering initiatives and ensuring the integrity of the university's information systems. His tenure at Yale began in 2016, and he has contributed to enhancing the security posture of the institution over the past eight years.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Prior to his current position, Sascha Mangs worked at Trinity College - Hartford as a Systems and Security Engineer from 2015 to 2016. He also held the role of Network Security Administrator at Eastern Connecticut State University from 2008 to 2012. These roles provided him with valuable experience in managing security systems and protocols within the higher education sector.
Education and Expertise
Sascha Mangs studied at Central Connecticut State University from 1998 to 2002, where he developed a foundational understanding of information technology and security practices. His educational background supports his expertise in various technical areas, including information security, data analysis, and cloud infrastructure management.
Technical Skills and Tools
Sascha Mangs possesses advanced skills in several technical areas, including the use of ElasticSearch for data analysis and search optimization. He is experienced in utilizing VMware for virtualization and cloud infrastructure management. Additionally, he has expertise in implementing and managing Kubernetes and Docker environments, as well as automation tools such as Chef and Jenkins.
Understanding of Information Security Practices
Sascha Mangs has a comprehensive understanding of information security practices, particularly within the higher education sector. His experience in various roles has equipped him with the knowledge necessary to address the unique security challenges faced by educational institutions.