During Eric Andresen’s 27 year career in the IT Industry he has deployed communication networks in six countries, worked in a variety of management roles within project management, critical infrastructure, and operations. The last 21 years have been spent in the industrial environment where his positions have included enterprise server management, data networks and voice communication networks. Currently, Eric is the IT Information Security manager for SSAB. Eric is part of SSAB’s global team that shapes SSAB’s international policies and programs.

Eric is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts where he was inducted into Alpha Sigma Lambda. Eric’s IT certifications include HP, CompTIA, and Microsoft. At the present Eric is completing a certification in Security Management and Homeland Security as well as a second degree in Information Technology and Criminal Justice. Eric is a member of the Chicago InfraGard Chapter and founding member of the Quad Cities Cybersecurity Alliance where he volunteers.