Sam Trad has been in the industry for 18 years and is currently a Systems Engineer with Cisco Systems based in Melbourne. Sam has been with Cisco for over 41/2 years. His main technology focus is with Voice and Security. Sam currently works daily with customers and channel partners designing, building and managing secure networks infrastructure and the systems they support.

Prior to working with Cisco, Sam worked for the Australian Stock Exchange for 5 years. During this time he worked in a number of areas including Security, LAN communications and design, voice and architecture.

Sam has also worked as an independent consultant providing consulting services to telco's such as Cable and Wireless, Government and Enterprise customers.

Sam holds a Cisco Certified Instructor certification and has provided Cisco instructor lead training across Australia and Asia Pacific.

AusCERT2004 Presentations:

Building the self-defending network
Day Two: Tuesday, 25th May 2004, 1200 - 1240 (Sponsors Stream)