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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

-Developed SOAR playbooks, reducing operational workload by over 40 hours per week across multiple teams-Crafted and refined use cases from diverse data sources, focusing on actionable outcomes to streamline decision-making processes-Engineered and deployed multiple SIEM dashboards, automating the aggregation of weekly reports and eliminating manual data collection-Developed custom reports within the ticketing system to enhance tracking and reduce ticket review times significantly-Provided technical expertise and guidance to Tier 1 analyst, enhancing team effectiveness and ticket times -Collaborated with security engineers to optimize tool configurations and integrations, enhancing overall security infrastructure-Demonstrated advanced proficiency in log analysis with Splunk and Security Onion, driving in-depth incident investigations and insights-Effectively communicated complex technical information, bridging understanding between technical and non-technical audiences

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

-Monitored and analyzed security events utilizing SIEM systems, NIDS/IPS, and PCAP/Network Flow data to detect and assess potential security breaches -Achieved a 90% reduction in SIEM query time for a critical production use case, significantly boosting system efficiency and operational responsiveness-Boosted investigative productivity by optimizing Regex and PowerShell scripts, which streamlined processes and increased data handling accuracy-Conducted detailed investigations of security incidents, pinpointing root causes via comprehensive log analysis, directly bolstering organizational security posture-Collaborated with SOC team members to conduct joint analyses of security events, enhancing incident response effectiveness and team cohesion-Proactively engaged in threat hunting to identify and mitigate emerging security threats and vulnerabilities, substantially fortifying the organization's defenses

Ashburn, Virginia, United States

-Operated within high-security data center environments, running and terminating RJ45/Patch panels -Installed, dressed, tested, labeled, and troubleshoot fiber optic cables, ensuring optimal network performance and reliability across data center operations-Managed the racking and stacking of network equipment, optimizing data center layout for enhanced organization and accessibility-Led cabling teams of 5-10 technicians, ensuring efficient project completion through strategic coordination and clear communication-Devised innovative cable layouts and labeling schemes that enhanced organizational efficiency and simplified maintenance procedures-Safely executed tasks in confined and elevated areas, adhering to stringent safety standards to prevent incidents and ensure team well-being

Remote

-Acquired foundational knowledge in networking, Internet protocols, and command-line interfaces (CLI) for Linux and Windows, alongside Python programming and Red/Blue team tactics.-Gained hands-on experience with key cybersecurity tools including Splunk, Nmap, Nessus, and VScode, and practiced penetration testing with Kali, Metasploit, and John the Ripper-Collaborated on multiple security-related projects, enhancing problem-solving skills and successfully completing rigorous assessments to demonstrate technical proficiency-Achieved mastery of Linux CLI by solving complex problems in Fullstack’s Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges-Practiced offensive cybersecurity techniques and defense strategies, utilizing tools aligned with NIST, ISO-27001, and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks to ensure comprehensive security measures-Developed and customized rules for IPS/IDS systems like Snort and configured ACLs for firewalls and routers, tailoring security measures to meet specific operational needs-Conducted in-depth investigations of network traffic for indicators of compromise (IOCs) using packet capture tools such as Wireshark and TCPDump, significantly enhancing analytical skills-Executed fundamental incident response procedures, gaining proficiency with forensic tools and compliance with standards such as PCI-DSS and FISMA-Conducted simulated threat hunting exercises by analyzing logs with Splunk SIEM, refining skills in threat detection and response

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States

-Utilized live sales metrics to effectively manage labor costs, keeping them at 15% or less of total revenue for optimal efficiency-Devised daily film schedules by combining historical sales data and theater layout, resulting in enhanced speed of service and reduced wait times-Conducted interviews and hired staff, providing comprehensive on-the-job training, direction, coaching, and leadership to ensure a high-performing team-Maximized sales through diligent service staff audits and clear goal-setting, driving consistent revenue growth-Consistently achieved bonus level store metrics by maintaining a keen awareness of live sales and proactively monitoring performance for continuous improvement

Certificate, Cyber Security

Learned the basics of Networking, Internet Protocol, Linux and Windows CLI, Python, Red and Blue team functions Gained hands on experience.

Bachelor'S Degree, Economics