Derek
Kilbride

Applying more than two decades of experience, Derek Kilbride leads the information security team.

 

His 10 years of experience with the Iowa State Public Defender’s Office “sparked his passion for information security,” Derek says. It prompted him to shift his focus from information systems and dive deeper into the cybersecurity field.

 

Derek’s key responsibilities include cybersecurity operations, data governance, and risk management. He is dedicated to safeguarding client data. He builds trust by ensuring client information is always protected.

 

The dynamic nature of cybersecurity keeps Derek engaged. It presents constant challenges and opportunities for growth. He finds it particularly exciting to learn something new every day, especially as artificial intelligence accelerates innovation. Those developments create both new possibilities and new threats for cybersecurity professionals and adversaries alike.

 

Outside of his professional life, Derek spends time with his wife and daughter and indulges in his hobby of flying radio-controlled jets.

OVERVIEW

Applying more than two decades of experience, Derek Kilbride leads the information security team.

 

His 10 years of experience with the Iowa State Public Defender’s Office “sparked his passion for information security,” Derek says. It prompted him to shift his focus from information systems and dive deeper into the cybersecurity field.

 

Derek’s key responsibilities include cybersecurity operations, data governance, and risk management. He is dedicated to safeguarding client data. He builds trust by ensuring client information is always protected.

 

The dynamic nature of cybersecurity keeps Derek engaged. It presents constant challenges and opportunities for growth. He finds it particularly exciting to learn something new every day, especially as artificial intelligence accelerates innovation. Those developments create both new possibilities and new threats for cybersecurity professionals and adversaries alike.

 

Outside of his professional life, Derek spends time with his wife and daughter and indulges in his hobby of flying radio-controlled jets.