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Working in Cyber Threat Intelligence, specializing in Deception Frameworks, I bring a unique blend of engineering and cybersecurity expertise to the table. My journey from Electrical Engineer to Cyber Security Professional has equipped me with a distinct perspective on industry challenges and solutions.Career Growth: My career trajectory has been marked by continuous advancement and diversification. Like so many, I got my foothold in the industry as a Level 1 SOC Analyst working the 3rd shift for a large MSSP, where I quickly progressed to Level 2 and then to a dedicated Incident Response analyst for a major financial client. I then became the sole security analyst for a large enterprise network, a role that evolved into a hybrid position encompassing analyst, engineer, architect, and vulnerability manager responsibilities. My years there granted me experience that paved the way for my current role in cyber threat intelligence at a technology solutions firm. My dedication to learning has fueled every step and continues to propel me ahead into AI and Machine Learning for security.Key Skills and Expertise:Deception Frameworks: Proficient in deploying and managing honeypots and canary tokens to detect and analyze threat actors and their MO.Cyber Threat Intelligence: Expertise in tactical, operational, and technical intelligence, providing actionable insights to protect organizational assets.Malware Analysis and Reversal: Skilled in dissecting malicious software to understand its capabilities and mitigate threats.Machine Learning: Leveraging machine learning for image processing and analyzing large data sets to enhance threat detection and response.Certifications:CompTIA Security+ CertificationGIAC Advanced Smartphone Forensics (GASF)GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)Engineering Background: My engineering experience spans BIM modeling, wireless signals, power distribution, DC motor control, PLC programming, and SMB network management. This diverse technical foundation fuels my passion for continuous learning and innovation in cybersecurity.Specialties:C++, Python, SQL/SQLite, PowerShellHoney Pots, Canary Tokens, Malware AnalysisDigital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR)Smartphones and mobile devicesSIEM, IDS, IPS, HIPS, EDR (tool agnostic).Additional Skills:Wireless technologies, 3-D Modeling, MatLab, CAD, SCADA, PLC, IoT, IIoT

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