Kirk Preston, Eit Email & Phone Number

Worldwide, Oo

Cloud Security Posture Management:- Created weekly metric reports for AWS/Client specific cloud environments to convey weekly security priorities- Onboarded +20 AWS and Azure custom policies into Prisma Cloud to satisfy cloud security architecture blueprint requirements- Validated +20 custom policies’ RQL statements to enhance the accuracy of generated alerts - Assisted in the creation and validation of +5 build policies to satisfy cloud security architecture blueprint requirements- Utilized Jpath to write out Kubernetes Audit policies that mirror OPA policies in Prisma Cloud for Kubernetes clusters- Created biweekly reports to capture the progress of the team and its accomplishments as it utilizes multiple Prisma Cloud modules to secure client cloud environmentsSWIFT Assessment: - Worked with team to document 75 pieces of evidence for 20 SWIFT Assessment controls pertaining to A3 architecture- Assisted in the creation of working papers detailing the testing of controls, weekly status updates, and final assessment reports

Washington, Dc, Us

The CLS Program is part of a U.S. government effort to increase the number of Americans studying critical foreign languages. CLS scholars gain language and cultural skills that enable them to contribute to U.S. economic competitiveness and national security.CLS Japanese Cohort Digital Ambassador:- Provided photos, captions, and blog content to be used on American Council's media platforms

Worldwide, Oo

Risk & Financial Advisory: Cyber & Strategic Risk- Gained an understanding of Governance, Risk, and Compliance frameworks to provide comprehensive cybersecurity solutions- Utilized SAP ERP and GRC Rulesets to develop composite roles with 'Segregation of Duties' principles that help prevent internal fraudulent activities- Participated in client meetings to understand desired SAP application security requirements implemented by development teams- Developed an understanding of SAP Fiori, S4/HANA, and authorization concepts surrounding Task Roles & Composite Roles

North Reading, Ma, Us

- Conducted 200+ test runs from an IEC based Test Procedure to characterize a LIDAR sensor and identify sub-optimal sensing conditions- Utilized Python to process sensor data and develop dashboards & reports for use by TUV safety assessors- Performed End-to-End Validation testing on internal Risk Assessment and Data Reporting software- Created whitepaper detailing new or maturing technologies used for Human Detection efforts- Developed and executed test plan via Terminal Applications, CLI Tools, and radio transmitters to create 32 heatmaps to characterize performance of low-frequency radio waves as a method of detecting associates- Gained exposure to the ISO 26262 V-Model Process, IEC 61508, and IEC 61496

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

- Designed 20 meter sets and created change orders in Autodesk Vault for field implementation- Updated IBM Maximo material catalogs to remove 20+ outlet pipes unfit for use on natural gas distribution meter sets per design standards- Performed 5 Quantity and Capacity checks with natural gas calculators on various Bill of Materials and design sheets- Developed a thorough understanding of regulator station and meter set equipment deployed in the field

Dallas, Tx, Us

- Developed and executed a horizontal End-to-End test plan for FirstNet Push to Talk device- Utilized Appium to develop automated software testing cases for five Android/iOS applications- Performed unit testing over TCP/IP networks between Android Studio and Android devices via the ADB debug bridge- Created testing strategy documentation detailing AT&T testing practices for the FirstNet Authority- Created onboarding documentation for End-to-End testing team to detail team roles and resources- Worked with HP Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) to assist network services teams with triaging defects within FirstNet projects

Findlay, Ohio, Us

- Utilized NVision, ProCore, and SAP to execute 20 purchase orders and assist with project management- Engaged with 10 contractors and stakeholders to drive progress on Sampler Certification projects- Conducted safety inspections at pipeline worksites to ensure safe technician practices for six workers- Developed 10 Energy Isolation Plans to isolate provers in preparation for prover calibrations- Captured value chain of petroleum industry segments used to make plastics on electric vehicles

Fort Worth, Tx, Us

- Executed a robust and secure software deployment with Ingenico Certified Payments Processor Devices- Performed PowerShell scripting and used Microsoft Azure and IT administrative tools to update the county software catalog containing +50 apps- Utilized SQL to query and identify +1000 antiquated computers and servers deployed county-wide in need of replacement with newer equipment- Gained familiarity with PowerShell scripting and Microsoft IT Administrative tools such as Active Directory- Retrofitted the Tarrant County Criminal Justice Center with +100 Cisco Gigabit IP Phones to improve peer to peer communication

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering & International Studies

Exchange Program, Cyber/Computer Forensics And Counterterrorism

Exchange Program, Japanese Language And Literature

High School Diploma, Pltw Engineering Track