Ryan Carrico is a seasoned Senior Cloud DevSecOps Architect/Engineer at PayPal, where he leverages his 20 years of extensive technical experience to enhance the company's security posture and operational efficiency. His role is pivotal in architecting and implementing next-generation threat defenses that span multiple engineering...
Ryan Carrico is a seasoned Senior Cloud DevSecOps Architect/Engineer at PayPal, where he leverages his 20 years of extensive technical experience to enhance the company's security posture and operational efficiency. His role is pivotal in architecting and implementing next-generation threat defenses that span multiple engineering organizations, ensuring that PayPal remains at the forefront of cybersecurity in the financial technology sector. Ryan's expertise in system architecture and IT strategy allows him to develop robust security policies and technical requirements that facilitate the secure migration of critical workloads to Google Cloud, significantly reducing risk while maintaining high availability.
In addition to his architectural responsibilities, Ryan provides technical leadership to teams focused on threat detection, incident response, and digital forensics. His hands-on experience with configuration management and web applications enables him to implement best practices that enhance PayPal's resilience against emerging threats. Ryan's proficiency in VMware and server management complements his security initiatives, ensuring that the infrastructure is not only secure but also optimized for performance.
Ryan's culturally sensitive approach, honed through international travel and diverse industry exposure, allows him to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. His commitment to excellence is reflected in his ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. As he navigates the complexities of cloud security and operational challenges, Ryan Carrico exemplifies the principle that "excellence is not an act but a habit," driving PayPal toward a more secure and agile future.