Drew Hammond
About Drew Hammond
Drew Hammond is an Infrastructure Architect with extensive experience in various technical roles, including positions at Recorded Future and Amethyst Recovery Center. He focuses on solving complex technical problems and enhancing performance in cybersecurity infrastructure.
Current Role at Recorded Future
Drew Hammond currently serves as an Infrastructure Architect at Recorded Future, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on identifying and eliminating performance bottlenecks within cybersecurity infrastructure. His responsibilities include leveraging his deep understanding of the full technology stack, which encompasses networking through to application code. Hammond's approach emphasizes performance and observability, ensuring that systems operate efficiently and effectively.
Previous Experience at Recorded Future
Before his current role, Drew Hammond worked at Recorded Future as an Operations Engineer from 2019 to 2021. During this two-year tenure in the Greater Boston Area, he contributed to the operational aspects of the company's infrastructure. His experience in this role laid the groundwork for his transition to Infrastructure Architect, where he continues to apply his technical expertise.
Career Background in IT Management
Drew Hammond held the position of IT Director at Amethyst Recovery Center from 2015 to 2019 in the West Palm Beach, Florida Area. In this role, he managed IT operations and implemented technology solutions to support the organization's objectives. His experience in IT management provided him with valuable insights into the integration of technology in various operational contexts.
Consulting and Freelance Work
Prior to his roles in larger organizations, Drew Hammond worked as a Freelance Programmer at Hammond Consulting, Inc. from 2008 to 2012 in Annapolis, Maryland. This four-year experience allowed him to develop a diverse skill set and work on various projects independently. Additionally, he served as a Consulting Engineer at Leonid Systems for one year in 2012-2013 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, where he further honed his technical skills.
Technical Skills and Philosophy
Drew Hammond possesses a deep understanding of the full technology stack, driven by a passion for performance and observability. He believes in solving complex technical problems through creativity and innovative thinking, while avoiding bureaucracy and micromanagement. His strong desire to learn new technologies reflects his commitment to continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the tech industry.