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Reston, Va, Us

Fairfax, Va, Us

Perform advanced network monitoring, intrusion detection, and incident response within a 24/7 SOC environment, utilizing modern technologies across numerous EDR, SIEM, and SOAR platforms. Design and execute comprehensive threat detection strategies by correlating multi-environment data across network, cloud, and endpoint systems to identify and neutralize complex attack vectors. Conduct detailed analysis of phishing campaigns, malware behaviors, and advanced threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to provide actionable intelligence. Support large-scale breach investigations with deep log and forensic analysis, enhancing incident resolution timelines. Integrate emerging detection techniques and tools into security workflows, elevating clients' cybersecurity capabilities and contributing to a proactive defense approach. Collaborate with threat intelligence and hunting teams to refine detection methodologies and ensure alignment with evolving cyber threat landscapes.

Zero2Cyber is an organization dedicated to cybersecurity education, offering a variety of services such as guided courses, mentor matching, job search assistance, certification preparation, and more. We focus on teaching essential skills and knowledge in cybersecurity, including entry-level certifications, job market navigation, setting up personal labs, foundational computer science, IT administration and security, networking basics, and beginner programming with Python. We also provide specialized training in areas like threat detection, penetration testing, ethical hacking, and cloud security.Additionally, we work with small startup companies that are looking to build secure infrastructure, guiding them through the process and helping build the foundation for sustainable, scalable security solutions.Areas of expertise:Threat Detection/Hunting: Proficiency in identifying and mitigating sophisticated cyber threats.Incident Response: Expertise in managing and resolving cybersecurity incidents effectively.Penetration Testing: Skilled in assessing system vulnerabilities through ethical hacking techniques.Cloud Security: Specialization in securing cloud environments and data protection strategies.Cybersecurity Research: Engaged in exploring emerging technologies and methodologies in cybersecurity, including AI/Machine Learning, IoT and other new areas of tech.Security Solution Development: Experience in designing and implementing tailored cybersecurity measures.

Tysons, Virginia, Us

Lead Consultant specializing in staff augmentation, IT infrastructure enhancement, and cybersecurity. Expert in optimizing technology operations for small and mid-sized businesses, ensuring robust, secure, and digitally-advanced environments.Key Contributions:Cybersecurity Leadership: Directed initiatives to strengthen digital security, protect data, and comply with industry standards. Full technology assessments.Staff Augmentation: Identified and filled talent gaps, optimizing team performance in technology sectors.IT Infrastructure Advancement: Overhauled and modernized IT systems for enhanced efficiency, scalability, and security.

Alexandria, Virginia, Us

Acquire Corporate support and funding for the organizationManage relationships with NSBE's top tier corporate supportersProvide solutions to connect employer to engineering talentManage and oversee recruitment events

Alexandria, Virginia, Us

Worked with small-medium level corporate accounts on partnership strategiesManaged Career Fair Floor of 300+ ExhibitorsPlanned quarterly stakeholder meetings

New York, Ny, Us

Internship. Provided 2nd level support to clients experiencing technical interruptions of service.

Master'S Degree, Cybersecurity Strategy And Information Management

Bs, Computer Information Systems

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