Ryan Hermann

Director of IT

Ryan is the Director of IT at SEP, where he leads day-to-day IT operations to deliver resilient, secure, and adaptive infrastructure that supports SEP’s mission of empowering makers to build world-class products.

Ryan Hermann

About Ryan

Background and Education

Ryan holds a degree in Information Technology from Rasmussen College. He joined SEP in 2016 and brought with him a strong background in designing and managing complex systems and leading teams in both information technology and product management. 

A Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) since 2016, he continually looks for ways to improve service levels and ensure that SEP’s infrastructure meets the needs of its product teams.

Working at SEP

He joined the company in 2016 with a background in leading teams in information technology and product management.

In his current role, Ryan is responsible for improving and safeguarding SEP’s IT operations and infrastructure that enable product teams to make awesome software. This includes maintaining and enhancing digital work environments, corporate infrastructure, disaster recovery systems, and cloud integrations, all while providing a stable and secure IT environment.

In the Community

Ryan is an active member of the community.

Involvement includes:

  • Helping Veterans and their Families (HVAF) of Indiana Ambassador
  • FORUM Credit Union Advisory Council

Certifications

  • Ryan is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

On a Personal Note

When Ryan and his wife, Candace, aren’t entertaining their four children, he enjoys spending his time focusing on fitness, especially cycling.

SEP News Posts

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SEP News | 1 min read

Crispus Attucks Grad Named 2025 SEP Foundation Maker Scholar

The SEP Foundation Maker Scholarship selects IU Indianapolis-bound computer science student as the 2025 recipient Westfield, Indiana – The SEP Foundation is excited to announce the 2025 recipient of the SEP Foundation Maker Scholarship: Mutombo M., a recent graduate of Crispus Attucks High School. Mutombo will begin his freshman year this fall at IU Indianapolis, […]

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SEP News | 3 min read

SEP Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Promotions to Drive Future Growth

Westfield, IN, 06/30/2025 – SEP, a leader in software product development, announces key promotions as part of its long-term leadership strategy. As a 100% employee-owned company, SEP prioritizes succession planning and empowering leaders to ensure sustained success and alignment with its core values. Chris Atkinson, has been promoted to Chief Delivery Officer. With nearly 30 years […]

SEP Welcomes Marty Draper
SEP News | 3 min read

SEP Appoints Marty Draper as Vice President of IT, Security, and Compliance

WESTFIELD, IN, June 4, 2025 – SEP, a leading software product design and development firm, announces the appointment of Marty Draper as Vice President of IT, Security, and Compliance. This newly created role highlights SEP’s commitment to strengthening its foundation in technological advancement, data security, and regulatory practices. The addition of Draper positions SEP to […]

Top Workplaces 2025 logo. SEP is number 1
Culture | 3 min read

SEP Recognized as Top Workplace in Central Indiana for 2025

Westfield, IN – May 12, 2025 – SEP, a top software development firm based in Westfield, Indiana, has once again been awarded the first-place honor in Central Indiana’s Top Workplaces. This year, SEP captured the top spot in the Midsize Companies category based exclusively on employee feedback collected through a third-party. The anonymous survey is […]

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Culture | 4 min read

SEP Wins TechPoint’s 2025 Exceptional Employer Mira Award

SEP Recognized as Indiana’s Top Tech Employer, Winning TechPoint’s Prestigious Mira Award Westfield, Indiana – SEP has been named Exceptional Employer by TechPoint at the 26th annual Mira Awards. This award recognizes companies that are developing talent through skills-based hiring of STEM roles; advancing diversity, equity and inclusion; cultivating workplace culture; and making a positive […]

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Culture | 6 min read

SEP Recognized as a 2025 Best Places to Work in Indiana Winner

SEP of Westfield, IN was recently named one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Indiana. This marks the 20th edition for the Indiana Chamber of Commerce initiative. The statewide survey and awards program is designed to evaluate participating organizations and honor those with the highest levels of employee satisfaction and engagement in the […]