Tanner P is a Director of Information Security with 15 years of experience blending software engineering and security leadership, currently driving security strategy at Ignite Retail Technology. He holds an MS in Information Security Policy and Management from Carnegie Mellon and a BS in Computer Science with a cybersecurity emphasis, pairing rigorous academic training with hands-on product and engineering roles. A quick learner and effective communicator, Tanner progressed from software and security internships to product engineering manager and now director, helping cross-functional teams ship secure, reliable systems. He co-founded NeverLAN CTF and has designed and run security capture-the-flag events at conferences, demonstrating a talent for practical security education and community building. Outside work he’s an easygoing teammate who enjoys gaming and golf, bringing approachable leadership to technically complex initiatives.
15 years of coding experience
9 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science - BS Computer Science Cyber Security Emphasis, Bachelor of Science - BS Computer Science Cyber Security Emphasis at Boise State University
None Computer Science, None Computer Science at Twin Falls High School
Master of Science - MS Information Security Policy and Management, Master of Science - MS Information Security Policy and Management at Carnegie Mellon University
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