Meet the Leadership Team
When you review our team bios, you’ll see more than certifications and technical credentials — you’ll see strategic thinkers committed to protecting and advancing the organizations we serve.
Our engineers and cybersecurity specialists hold industry-recognized certifications from CompTIA, Microsoft, and other leading technology providers. But what truly sets us apart is our ability to collaborate, anticipate risk, and deliver solutions that align with your business goals.
At IT ArchiTeks, we combine deep technical expertise with diverse perspectives to solve complex challenges with precision, professionalism, and exceptional service.
Derek Veillon
President, Managing Partner
As a Technology Leader & Entrepreneur for over 20 years, Derek has a true passion for technology innovation. As President, he delivers technical thought leadership to spearhead overall business development activities including expanding existing and new business opportunities. Derek ensures IT infrastructure is maintained and successfully executed for our clients. His expertise is in nurturing and forging strategic partnerships, casting vision, driving product and service innovation, streamlining operations, and advancing small business operations. Prior to founding IT ArchiTeks, he also worked for Perot Systems as an Exchange Administrator. In addition, Derek served in the United States Army as a Medical Technician/Systems Administrator and was Honorably Discharged in 1999.
Education & Certifications:
University of Maryland, Computer Science | Austin Peay State University, Computer Science
Where You’ll Find Him on PTO:
You’ll find Derek working on his golf game, spending time in the outdoors while he hunts and fishes, and watching his daughter compete in Equestrian shows.
Favorite Movie:
Top Gun / Full Metal Jacket
LinkedIn Profile:
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CEO, Managing Partner
Bryan Jallo
COO, Managing Partner
With over 20 years in IT and Operations, Bryan is responsible for spearheading the day-to-day business operations including Sales, Purchasing, Accounting, and Human Resources. In addition, he partners with Derek, our President, to plan and deploy strategic initiatives and drive revenue. Bryan excels at managing our daily IT operations encompassing the Service Desk to Tier 3 Engineers, planning, and implementing projects with cross-functional teams and clients. He also serves as a virtual CIO for existing clients and manages their day-to-day operations for all IT infrastructure. Prior to joining our team, he served a variety of Fortune 500 companies including Perot Systems, CBRE, and JCPenney – and also served in the United States Army.
Education & Certifications:
Collin County Community College | Network Fundamentals
Where You’ll Find Him on PTO:
Bryan is an avid gamer, Netflix Amazon Prime movie junkie, and loves spending time with his dogs, Sarge and Zoe.
Education & Certifications:
Collin County Community College | Network Fundamentals
Where You’ll Find Him on PTO:
Bryan is an avid gamer, Netflix Amazon Prime movie junkie, and loves spending time with his dogs, Sarge and Zoe.
Favorite Movie: Zombieland / Battleship
LinkedIn Profile:
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COO, Managing Partner
David Bachelder
Chief Technology Officer
David works diligently every day to oversee the configuration and daily operation of our computer systems. He has been in the IT world since 2014, and has served in a variety of roles including level I service desk support to system administration. In addition, he has worked in IT Project Management for several years, so brings the perfect blend of technology and project management skills to the team.
Education & Certifications:
Microsoft Azure Administrator | CompTIA Server+, CompTIA A+, MTA: Windows Server Administration, MTA | Security Fundamentals | Linux Essentials
Where You’ll Find Him on PTO:
He enjoys camping, playing basketball, and spending time with his family.
Favorite Movie:
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Chief Technology Officer
Melanie Padron
Vice President of Strategic Growth
Melanie is a risk management expert and nationally recognized cybersecurity speaker on a mission to protect companies from modern cyber threats. After spending over 20 years in the insurance industry helping businesses recover from disasters, she now focuses on stopping those disasters before they happen through proactive cybersecurity and the smart use of AI.
She’s been in the trenches after ransomware attacks, helping companies rebuild after systems were encrypted and millions were lost. But today, she helps companies avoid that pain altogether by building cyber resilience before crisis strikes.
Education & Certifications:
Associates in General Insurance (AINS) | Associates in Insurance Services (AIS)
Where You’ll Find Her on PTO:
Outside of work, she’s usually at the baseball field watching her three sons play, enjoying football from her patio, hosting friends for a home-cooked meal, soaking up the sun on a beach, or deep sea fishing
LinkedIn Profile:
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