David Grow

David Grow

Communication Computer Systems Specialist

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Senior Manager at Coalfire

  • Education

    • Excelsior University

      1995 - 1999
      B.S MARKETING
    • Asbury University

      1983 - 1986
      Computer Science

      Activities and Societies: Mission trip to the Netherlands, 1985.

  • Experience

    • United States Air Force

      Apr 1986 - Aug 1992
      Communication Computer Systems Specialist

      2063rd Communications Squadron7100 Communications SquadronLindsey Air StationWeisbaden, Germny

    • Cohen, Shapiro, Polisher, Sheikman & Cohen

      Aug 1992 - Sept 1995
      Manager, Information Services

      Managed 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 1996
      Director of Information Services

      Executive 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 2000
      Director of Information Systems

      Oversaw 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 2001
      Senior Manager Consulting Group

      Served 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 2003
      Independent Technology and Management Consultant

      Independent 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 2014

      Provided 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 2014
      • Director of Information Technology

        Apr 2003 - Sept 2013
    • SeaVentures Aquatic Center: Swimming, Snorkeling & Scuba Diving

      Sept 2013 - Sept 2016
      IDC Staff Instructor / Handicapped Scuba Association Dive Instructor

      PADIScuba 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 2019
      Manager of Compliance Services
    • Scubaworks

      May 2017 - May 2018
      PADI IDC Staff Instructor
    • Coalfire

      Jul 2019 - now
      • Senior Manager

        Apr 2023 - now
      • Senior Security Consultant

        Jul 2019 - Apr 2023
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • PCIP, Current

      PCI Security Standards Council
      Sept 2014
      View certificate certificate
    • Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor

      PADI
      Jun 2014
      View certificate certificate
    • ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Certification

      PECB
      Feb 2019
    • Licensed Private Pilot

      Federal Aviation Administration
      May 1998
    • IDC Staff Instructor

      PADI
      Feb 2014
      View certificate certificate
    • CISSP, Current

      ISC2
      Jun 2011
      View certificate certificate
    • Emergency First Responder Instructor (First Aid/CPR/AED Adults & Children)

      PADI
      Jan 2014
      View certificate certificate
    • PCI QSA, Current

      PCI Security Standards Council
      Sept 2014
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to David Grow
      USAF Good Conduct Medal USAF Jun 1992
    • Awarded to David Grow
      USAF Commendation Medal USAF Aug 1990
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Video Director

      Issued by North Point Community Church on Aug 2001
      North Point Community ChurchAssociated with David Grow
    • Volunteer Diver

      Issued by Georgia Aquarium on Sept 2013
      Georgia AquariumAssociated with David Grow