David Lewis serves as Abile’s Information Security Manager and DISA Contract Program Manager. In these roles, he collaborates with a wide range of stakeholders—from technical subject matter experts to business and financial managers—to ensure a clear understanding of customer requirements and the delivery of effective, secure IT solutions.
Dave’s path to cybersecurity leadership is rooted in a unique blend of entrepreneurial and technical experience. He began his career in the retail industry, where he gained hands-on business management experience before earning degrees in Business Management, Marketing, and Finance. With that foundation, he launched and successfully ran a retail store and a regional sales company in the apparel industry for over a decade.
After closing his businesses, Dave pivoted into cybersecurity, earning a Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity Technology from the University of Maryland, University College. Committed to continuous learning, Dave also completed a number of relevant industry courses and achieved several leading certifications, including the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) and PMP (Project Management Professional). He also holds additional credentials such as Security+, GSLC (GIAC Security Leadership Certification), and SAFe Agilist, among others.
Since joining the Abile Group, Dave has served in multiple roles, including Network Administrator, Information Assurance Engineer, and now Information Security Manager. In his current position, he is responsible for the planning, implementation, and oversight of Abile’s information security program, ensuring compliance with NIST 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 standards.
Dave reflects, “What I love most about working for Abile is that the organization’s core values and beliefs align with my own. We believe individuals will thrive when given the support and guidance needed to be successful. The leadership team provides many opportunities to contribute to an exciting, forward-thinking, fast-moving company within the Government IT industry. Abile encourages people to strive to be successful.”
Dave’s favorite quote: “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever” — Mahatma Gandhi.
In his free time, Dave enjoys being outdoors, whether at the beach or in the woods. He loves surfing, hiking, and camping with his wife and two daughters