Eric J.
About Eric J.
Eric J. is a Senior Security Analyst specializing in Cloud and Mobile Applications, holding CISSP and CCSP certifications. With over ten years of experience in information technology and a focus on information security, he has worked with various organizations to enhance cybersecurity measures.
Current Role and Responsibilities
Currently, Eric J. serves as a Senior Security Analyst specializing in Cloud and Mobile Applications. In this role, he focuses on identifying and mitigating cybersecurity control gaps within cloud-based infrastructures, including AWS, Azure, and Kubernetes. He collaborates with Cybersecurity Operations and Engineering teams to enhance defenses against various threats, including intrusion detection, DDoS, and DNS attacks. His responsibilities also include researching and recommending new security tools and technologies to align with the company's cybersecurity and risk management strategy.
Previous Work Experience
Eric J. has a diverse background in information technology, with over ten years of experience. He previously worked at Confidential as a Senior Security Analyst - Incident Response for six months in 2021. Prior to that, he held positions at Allina Health as a Security Officer/Dispatcher from 2017 to 2020, and at Redbox as a Field Support Technician from 2010 to 2017. He also worked at Confidential as a Security Analyst - Governance, Risk, and Compliance from 2019 to 2021, and at MTI Global Services as a Senior Field Service Technician from 2016 to 2018.
Education and Certifications
Eric J. studied at Pine Technical and Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree in Network Administration from 2016 to 2020, and another AAS degree in Cyber Security from 2016 to 2019. He holds both CISSP and CCSP certifications, demonstrating his expertise in information security and cloud security.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Eric J. possesses expertise in various security domains, including authentication, authorization, network security, and cloud environments. He is experienced in conducting information security assessments using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NIST-CSF) specifically for Cloud and Mobile Application solutions. His deep understanding of vulnerability classes as outlined by OWASP allows him to identify potential exploitation risks effectively.
Professional Recognition
Eric J. has been recognized for his skills in cybersecurity, ranking in the top 5% on TryHackMe, a platform dedicated to learning and practicing cybersecurity skills. This achievement reflects his commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of information security.