
David Grow
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About me
Senior Manager at Coalfire
Education

Excelsior University
1995 - 1999B.S MARKETING
Asbury University
1983 - 1986Computer ScienceActivities and Societies: Mission trip to the Netherlands, 1985.
Experience

United States Air Force
Apr 1986 - Aug 1992Communication Computer Systems Specialist2063rd Communications Squadron7100 Communications SquadronLindsey Air StationWeisbaden, Germny

Cohen, Shapiro, Polisher, Sheikman & Cohen
Aug 1992 - Sept 1995Manager, Information ServicesManaged the day-to-day operations of the Information Services Department. Managed 6 direct reports. Assisted the Director of Technology with budgeting and planning. Responsible for the management of the technology mission of over 300 users.

Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg LLP
Sept 1995 - Oct 1996Director of Information ServicesExecutive sponsor of technology and security mission of firm. Oversaw operational security, physical security, network security and telecommunications security. Planned and implemented business continuity and disaster recovery plans.

Fox Rothschild
Oct 1996 - Jul 2000Director of Information SystemsOversaw all aspects of technology and security operations; $5 million budget management and leading a team of 16. Key director in business continuity and disaster recovery planning project; managed operational security of networks and telecommunications systems; oversaw compliance of systems and data to legal regulations.

Medical and Scientific Solutions
Jul 2000 - Mar 2001Senior Manager Consulting GroupServed as consultant to several of the top 250 law firms in the United States advising clients on security policies, security architecture, operations security, business continuity / disaster recovery planning and network / telecommunications security. FirmLogic ceased business operations in Atlanta in 2001.

Independent Consultant
Apr 2001 - Mar 2003Independent Technology and Management ConsultantIndependent technology and management consultant for Clients such as Cycleworks, Inc. and D. Scott Murray, PC on projects such as network design, security and disaster recovery / business continuity planning.

Constangy
Apr 2003 - Apr 2014Provided executive leadership to corporate information technology and security strategy; managed four direct reports, oversaw all aspects of information security and operations. Managed $2M - $2.5M budget. Other responsibilities included project management, disaster recovery planning and business continuity planning.- Developed a long term strategic plan to move the firm from on premise model to a secure hosted model. The transition to secure hosted model allowed the Firm to meet its business goal of getting to information “anytime, anywhere, on any device”, thus allowing the legal staff to be more responsive to clients (2013) - Worked with executive management to analyze and develop a risk management strategy that aligned with business goals (2013)- Designed and implemented a defense-in-depth security strategy. This strategic plan included internal and external security controls, physical security controls and the creation of security policies based on the business goals (2012)- Designed and installed centralized access control systems for the firm’s 26 locations providing audit trails and multi-level security (2008-2013)- Enhanced network security and availability through secure wireless, network authentication and zoning (2012)- Improved security of personally identifiable information (PII) through implementing administrative, technical and physical controls (2010)- Directed network assessment team responsible for protecting networks by identifying and correcting internal and external vulnerabilities (2010) - Developed a successful strategic technology plan. Prior to this time the firm had no strategic direction in technology spending and operated in a reactionary mode. The plan allowed for better positioning, budgeting and strategy to migrate to more current technology (2003) Show less
Technology Consultant
Oct 2013 - Apr 2014Director of Information Technology
Apr 2003 - Sept 2013

SeaVentures Aquatic Center: Swimming, Snorkeling & Scuba Diving
Sept 2013 - Sept 2016IDC Staff Instructor / Handicapped Scuba Association Dive InstructorPADIScuba diving is my passion! Want to learn how to scuba dive? Contact me and we can discuss how to start your diving journey today!Handicapped Scuba AssociationDo you know someone who has a disability?! Scuba diving offers a chance to break free from the physical and mental bonds of this world and to experience a whole new world! Helping people with disabilities learn how to dive is a rewarding experience! Would you be interested in learning how participate?If you know of someone who has a disability and would to learn to scuba dive, please contact me. If you are interested in learning how to be a dive buddy for divers with disabilities, please contact me! I have had such a wonderful experience teaching divers with disabilities that I would love to introduce you to this as well! Show less

CompliancePoint
Jun 2014 - Jul 2019Manager of Compliance Services
Scubaworks
May 2017 - May 2018PADI IDC Staff Instructor
Coalfire
Jul 2019 - nowSenior Manager
Apr 2023 - nowSenior Security Consultant
Jul 2019 - Apr 2023
Licenses & Certifications
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PCIP, Current
PCI Security Standards CouncilSept 2014 - View certificate

Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor
PADIJun 2014 
ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Certification
PECBFeb 2019
Licensed Private Pilot
Federal Aviation AdministrationMay 1998- View certificate

IDC Staff Instructor
PADIFeb 2014 - View certificate

CISSP, Current
ISC2Jun 2011 - View certificate

Emergency First Responder Instructor (First Aid/CPR/AED Adults & Children)
PADIJan 2014 - View certificate

PCI QSA, Current
PCI Security Standards CouncilSept 2014
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to David GrowUSAF Good Conduct Medal USAF Jun 1992
- Awarded to David GrowUSAF Commendation Medal USAF Aug 1990
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Video Director
Issued by North Point Community Church on Aug 2001
Associated with David GrowVolunteer Diver
Issued by Georgia Aquarium on Sept 2013
Associated with David Grow
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