Jennifer Emery
About Jennifer Emery
Jennifer Emery is a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst with extensive experience in cybersecurity and information technology. She currently works at Adapt Forward in Charleston, South Carolina, and has held various roles in the field since 2006, including positions at Network Security Systems Plus, Inc. and InMotion Hosting.
Current Role at Adapt Forward
Jennifer Emery serves as a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst at Adapt Forward, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on analyzing cyber threats and providing insights that enhance the organization's security posture. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, she utilizes her expertise to publish strategic reports on exploited vulnerabilities, which include Proof of Concepts (POCs) and recommended mitigating actions. Additionally, she prepares Cyber Threat Briefs for Incident Response analysts, covering recent threats and country-specific overviews.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Prior to her current role, Jennifer Emery worked at Network Security Systems Plus, Inc. as a Cyber Network Defense Watch Officer from 2012 to 2018. During her six years there, she developed skills in monitoring and defending against cyber threats. Before that, she held positions at InMotion Hosting, where she served as both a Technical Support Supervisor and Billing Manager from 2006 to 2009. Her experience also includes working as a Logistics Specialist at Allied Technology Group from 2009 to 2012.
Educational Background
Jennifer Emery has a diverse educational background in Information Technology and Business Administration. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Information Systems & Operations Management from George Mason University. Additionally, she studied at Old Dominion University, where she achieved a degree in Information Technology. Her studies also include an Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology/Networking and Security Management from ECPI University, and an Associate of Science in Business Administration from Tidewater Community College.
Skills and Tools Utilized
In her role as a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, Jennifer Emery employs various tools and platforms to enhance her analysis. She utilizes OpenCTI and MISP (Malware Information Sharing Platform) as Threat Intelligence Platforms. These tools assist her in collecting, correlating, and analyzing data from trusted sources, enabling her to provide informed insights into cyber threats and vulnerabilities.