Brian Druckenbroad
About Brian Druckenbroad
Brian Druckenbroad serves as the Director of Security Operations at Newfold Digital, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in IT security, having held various positions at organizations such as RSA, Deutsche Bank, and LogRhythm.
Work at Newfold Digital
Brian Druckenbroad has served as the Director of Security Operations at Newfold Digital since 2020. In this role, he oversees security operations and strategies to protect the organization’s digital assets. His tenure at Newfold Digital has been marked by a focus on enhancing security protocols and operational efficiency within the company, which is based in Jacksonville, Florida.
Previous Experience in Security Operations
Prior to joining Newfold Digital, Brian held several significant positions in the cybersecurity field. He worked at RSA, The Security Division of EMC, as a Senior Security Analytics/Netwitness Practice Consultant from 2012 to 2014. He also served as a Senior Manager of IT Security Operations at One Call for six months in 2020 and had roles at Deutsche Bank, including Assistant Vice President SOC and a contractor position within the Security Operations Center.
Education and Expertise
Brian Druckenbroad studied at Wright State University from 1998 to 2000. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in cybersecurity and IT security operations. He has developed expertise in operationalizing security tools, incident response, and threat detection methodologies throughout his career.
Achievements in Security Operations
Throughout his career, Brian has implemented several key initiatives in security operations. He operationalized security tools across 45,000 servers, integrating endpoint detection and response, SIEM, and forensics. He also designed a new incident response program that integrates business, customer, and IT workflows. Additionally, he implemented an industry-first intelligence sharing program among hosting companies.
Career Progression and Roles
Brian's career includes various roles that contributed to his expertise in security operations. He worked at DSW in multiple capacities, including Windows Systems Administrator I, Enterprise Systems Administrator II, Information Security Engineer, and Help Desk Specialist. He also held positions at LogRhythm as a Senior Professional Services Consultant and at Tangible Security as a Senior Security Engineer - SIEM, showcasing his diverse experience in the field.