Grant Baker CEH, CHFI

About

As a seasoned technology leader with extensive experience in both IT and security, I am passionate about driving digital transformation and protecting organizations from cyber threats. As a Director of IT and Chief Security Officer (CSO), I bring a wealth of expertise in managing complex technology projects, building high-performing teams, and implementing robust security strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.

Experience

• The University of Virginia's College at Wise (20 yrs)
  • Director Of Information Technology & CSO
    Aug 2021 - Present · 5 yrs

  • Senior Systems & Security Administrator
    Aug 2008 - Sep 2021 · 13 yrs 2 mos

  • Network Security Specialist
    Aug 2006 - Aug 2008 · 2 yrs 1 mo

• Network Security Administrator at Farmers and Miners Bank
  Jan 2006 - Aug 2006 · 8 mos

• Owner/Entrepreneur/Consultant at Baker Computing LLC
  Jul 1994 - Jul 2006 · 12 yrs 1 mo

• The University of Virginia's College at Wise ()
  • Network Security Specialist
    Jul 2004 - Jan 2006 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • User Systems Supervisor
    Nov 1999 - Jul 2004 · 4 yrs 9 mos

• Network Administrator at Wjhl Tv
  Nov 1998 - Nov 1999 · 1 yr 1 mo

  Responsible for all networking components, switches, routers and cableing. Responsible for maintaining NT Servers and Workstations. Responsible for the assurance of Y2k compliance for all PC’s, servers, and peripherals.