Derek Padden

• President
• Blue Glacier Management Group Inc., USA

Derek Padden is a seasoned expert in IT and cyber security with over 25 years of experience. As President of Blue Glacier Management Group Inc., he has led efforts in Federal and corporate policy, network security architecture, and 24×7 Computer Emergency Response Teams. Derek’s technical acumen includes Data Analysis, Cybersecurity Operations, Cyber Exercise Scenario development, and Strategic Planning.
From 2004 to 2012, Derek was a Senior Program Director at the DHS NCCIC/US-CERT, where he managed critical cyber security operations for multiple government agencies. At General Dynamics – Advanced Information Systems, he established the DHS United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) and the Einstein Program, enhancing national cyber security infrastructure. He was the lead author for the NCCIC’s revision of the National Response Framework (NRF) to incorporate cybersecurity incident response functions.
Derek began his career in the United States Air Force, where he served as Chief of NOSC Operations, the predecessor to today’s Cyber Security Operations Center (SOCs) . He was key in developing the Network and Operations Security Center for the Air Education and Training Command, standardizing security procedures and response protocols.
Holding an MBA in Global Organizations from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, a MS in Information Systems Management from The George Washington University, and a BS in Computer Information Systems from Clemson University, Derek brings extensive expertise in threat analysis, cyber operations, emergency preparedness, and resilience planning to the panel on navigating cyber, natural, and man-made threats.