Alex Hamlin
About Alex Hamlin
Alex Hamlin serves as the Head of Information Security at Qualia, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in application security, having held various roles at New Relic, Inc. and Zappos Family of Companies.
Current Role at Qualia
Alex Hamlin serves as the Head of Information Security at Qualia, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the organization's information security strategy, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and compliance with industry standards. His leadership focuses on identifying potential security threats and implementing measures to mitigate risks. Under his guidance, Qualia aims to enhance its security posture and safeguard its technological infrastructure.
Previous Experience at New Relic, Inc.
Prior to his current role, Alex worked at New Relic, Inc. in various capacities. He began as an Application Security Engineer from 2015 to 2017, where he contributed to application security initiatives. He advanced to the position of Senior Application Security Engineer from 2017 to 2019, followed by a role as Lead Application Security Engineer from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at New Relic involved developing security protocols and enhancing application security measures.
Experience at Zappos Family of Companies
Alex Hamlin gained early experience in information security during his time at Zappos Family of Companies. He served as an Information Security Intern for three months in 2012, where he assisted with various security tasks. He later returned to Zappos as an Information Security Engineer from 2013 to 2015, focusing on implementing security measures and ensuring data protection across the organization.
Education and Training
Alex studied Computer Science at the University of Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from 2008 to 2012. His education provided a strong foundation in software development and security principles. Additionally, he has been studying at SANS since 2013, furthering his expertise in information security through specialized training and certifications.