David Cardwell is a client solutions advisor in Optiv’s major accounts team. In this role he specializes in aligning information security solutions that enable an organization to meet their current and future goals. David has more than 13 years of experience in information security, ranging from frontline support, consulting, and security architecture. Combining his background in consulting and participation in several subject matter expert groups, he has experience in several environments and solutions deployed for all verticals and needs. David gives clients an unbiased opinion fueled by his honest approach and drive for providing the best solution to a problem.

David earned an Associates of Applied Science in computer networking from Linn State Technical College, and a Bachelor’s of Science in Information Technology from Central Missouri State University. He has held numerous industry certifications including CISSP, CCNP, and CCDA.