I specialize in cloud security, with a focus on protecting customer data during cloud migrations. My responsibilities include assessing cloud infrastructure, configuring security groups, implementing advanced security protocols, assessing cloud environments, and configuring robust access controls to safeguard data and applications in the cloud environment.Red River is a technology integrator and value-added reseller company that reimagines the possibilities of technology, enabling organizations to transform beyond the expected to create a positive impact on citizens, soldiers, consumers and employees.

As a Cyber Security Engineer, I contributed to the protection and security of critical data and assets for multiple clients across various industries, including financial services, healthcare, and education.I was instrumental in guiding my clients in implementing robust user access controls and identity management systems to ensure that only authorized individuals had access to sensitive resources. This involved designing and maintaining authentication and authorization protocols to safeguard against unauthorized access.Securing endpoints was a cornerstone of my role. I worked on developing and enforcing policies and technologies that safeguarded devices against threats, ensuring that my clients’ networks and data remained protected.Blueprint delivers IT services and consulting services to its partners and clients.

In my role as an Information Security Engineer, I played a pivotal role in safeguarding critical assets and maintaining a secure operational environment. This included proactively identifying and addressing potential security and health threats affecting endpoint devices, ensuring the integrity and functionality of our network as well as being a member of the incident response team.I collaborated with stakeholders to guide the selection of appropriate security controls and mitigation strategies. I facilitated the documentation of formal risk acceptance or mitigation processes, enabling informed decision-making.I maintained an organized repository of technical documentation, encompassing standard operating procedures (SOP) and end user guides. This documentation was essential for maintaining consistency and facilitating efficient operations.I designed and delivered information security awareness sessions and training classes for employees, staff, and students. These initiatives fostered a culture of security consciousness and equipped departments, teams, and individuals with the knowledge to protect sensitive information.I helped to establish robust processes and procedures to ensure that all data and endpoint devices introduced to our network adhered to established security policies, procedures, and government regulations. This compliance framework upheld the confidentiality and integrity of data.

I progressed from a hardware purchasing role to the Endpoint Security Team due to my ability to rapidly learn in the field of information security, as well as my ability to quickly grasp information security concepts and best practices and government regulations.As a member of the Endpoint Security Team, I contributed to the organization's incident response efforts, helping to quickly identify and mitigate security incidents to minimize their impact. I actively participated in raising information security awareness across the university and hospital, presenting to various teams and departments and sharing insights and best practices to foster a security-conscious culture.