Joseph E. Cagatay Email & Phone Number

United States

• Lead the IT department, overseeing staff and aligning IT infrastructure and services with the goals of the school district.
• Effectively analyze phishing emails and data loss prevention by using Google Workspace security settings and OSINT checks such as MX Toolbox, Virus Total, AbuseIPDB, Any Run, URL scan, Central Ops, and Joe Sandbox.
• Perform routine maintenance and updates to ensure systems operate efficiently and securely.
• Align and deploy the School Security and Technology policy according to NIST and local framework.
• Collaborate with IT team members and external partners to improve the district's technological infrastructure and service delivery.
• Prepare and submit reports on cybersecurity incidents, risks, and compliance with the school’s leadership, as well as external regulatory agencies as required.

Sterling, Virginia, United States

• Monitor and analyze SIEM through IBM QRadar, identify security anomalies for investigation and remediation, and utilize Proofpoint for advanced email threat protection.
• Track and evaluate security events using CrowdStrike Falcon to identify and mitigate advanced threats in real time.
• Determine the legitimacy of files, domains, and emails using online resources such as VirusTotal, AnyRun, MX Toolbox, IPAbuseDB, Ipinfo, URLScan.io, Cisco Talos, and shodan.io.
• Analyze Packet Capture (PCAP) files, examine the details of the infected hosts, and write Indicators of Compromise (IOC) in executive summary reports.
• Utilize and earn familiarity with the fundamentals of information security including network technologies and tools, identity and access management, network security, implementing secure systems, and risk management.
• Gain experience in using various tools such as FireEye HX, Burp Suite, NMap, Tenable Nessus, and Kali Linux.

Buffalo, New York, United States

• Efficiently troubleshot and resolved hardware, software, and network issues to minimize downtime and support educational objectives.
• Collaborated with IT team members and external partners to improve the district's technological infrastructure and service delivery.
• Performed routine maintenance and updates to ensure systems operated efficiently and securely.

Buffalo, New York, United States

• Seamlessly integrated educational technology tools that enhance interactive learning and help students connect theoretical concepts with real-world applications.
• Organized and mentored science and technology-based extracurricular activities such as coding clubs or science competitions, tailored to capture the interest of middle school students.
• Utilized diverse and formative assessment techniques to track and support students’ progress in understanding complex scientific and technological concepts

Network Support Technology Cert, Information Technology

Associate'S Degree, Information Technology, 2

I studied in Networking Concentration (Routers Switches), almost all class were Cisco related

Associate'S Degree, Education, 2

I finessed Teaching Assistant Program in Middle School area.

Bachelor'S Degree, Chemistry