Mel Drews

Sr. Security Engineer at Zoom

Mel Drews is a highly experienced technical professional with a strong focus on application security, architecture, cyber/information security, risk management, controls implementation, assurance, vulnerabilities, and regulatory compliance.

With a background in systems engineering and programming, Mel has a diverse skill set that covers a wide range of disciplines and technologies, allowing for a holistic approach to achieving measurable results in the field.

Mel has provided consulting services for global financial services organizations, regional banks, credit unions, electrical utilities dealing with critical infrastructure, hospitals, universities, and government entities, showcasing a broad expertise across various sectors.

Specializing in systems hardening, penetration testing, business continuity, and serving as a qualified SANS Mentor Instructor, Mel Drews exhibits a deep understanding of complex security challenges and the necessary solutions to address them effectively.

Mel Drews has held prominent roles in esteemed organizations such as Zoom as a Sr. Security Engineer and former Sr. Application Security Engineer, and in Jackson as a former Sr. Application Security Specialist, Security Control Program Manager, Sr. Applications Security Tester, and IT Security Senior Auditor.

Prior to these roles, Mel worked as a Senior IT Security Consultant at Info@Risk, Inc., Senior Network Engineer at Microwing and InfoGroup Northwest, and as a Network Engineer at Omnitek Computers of Eugene. Earlier in the career, Mel also served as an Office Manager and Customer Service Rep at CHOICE Financial Services, showcasing a diverse professional background.

Mel Drews pursued academic excellence by studying Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science at Oregon State University and Bachelor of General Studies at the University of Michigan, further enriching the strong foundation of technical knowledge and expertise in the field.

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