Kristen Yang
About Kristen Yang
Kristen Yang is a Senior SOC Analyst at ActZero.ai, with extensive experience in information security and threat analysis. She has held various roles in the technology sector, including positions at Intelex Technologies Inc. and CIBC Mellon, and has a background in Computer Engineering and Embedded Networks from Centennial College.
Current Role at ActZero
Kristen Yang serves as a Senior SOC Analyst at ActZero.ai, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she conducts regular sandbox testing against the latest zero-day vulnerabilities to enhance the organization's security measures. Additionally, she maintains a documentation repository for the Security Operations Center (SOC) to assist in threat hunting and investigations. Kristen also contributes to the company's knowledge base by writing threat research blogs that focus on recent threats, analyses, and remediation strategies derived from attack simulations.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Prior to her current role, Kristen Yang worked at Intelex Technologies Inc. as an Information Security Analyst from 2017 to 2020. In this capacity, she was responsible for leading the SOC by hosting sessions on new investigative techniques, particularly through red team exercises. Her experience also includes a position as a Service Desk Analyst II at CIBC Mellon from 2011 to 2013, where she provided support and technical assistance.
Educational Background in Computer Engineering
Kristen Yang studied at Centennial College, where she earned an Advanced Diploma in Computer Engineering and Embedded Networks from 2006 to 2009. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge and skills relevant to her career in information security and technology support.
Early Career in Technical Support
Kristen Yang began her career in technical support with various roles, including a Junior Help Desk Support position at SOCAN in 2008 and a Help Desk Technician role at Elections Ontario during the same year. She also worked at Embanet Compass Knowledge Group as a Help Desk Support Specialist Tier 1 from 2010 to 2011. These early experiences contributed to her expertise in providing customer support and technical assistance.
Threat Research and Security Measures
In her current and previous roles, Kristen Yang has focused on conducting regular research on the latest threats and familiarizing herself with the MITRE framework. She actively engages in threat hunting and investigations, utilizing her knowledge to enhance security protocols and educate her team on effective strategies.