Joshua Sparks
About Joshua Sparks
Joshua Sparks serves as the Security Team Lead at Connectria Hosting, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in security roles and holds an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Network Systems from ITT Technical Institute.
Work at Connectria
Joshua Sparks has been employed at Connectria Hosting since 2013, progressing through several roles. He started as a Technical Support Analyst for one year before moving to the position of Security Administrator, where he worked for 11 months. Following this, he served as a Security Engineer I for four years. In 2019, he advanced to his current role as Security Team Lead, where he has been for five years. His tenure at Connectria reflects a consistent focus on security and technical support.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Sparks studied at ITT Technical Institute-Earth City, where he earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Network Systems from 2011 to 2013. His education laid the foundation for his career in the technology sector, particularly in security. He has developed expertise in implementing and managing web application firewalls and possesses skills in managing SIEM systems, which enhance security monitoring.
Background
Joshua Sparks has a background in security and technical support, primarily within Connectria Hosting. His career began in technical support, which provided him with a strong understanding of client needs and technical issues. He transitioned into security roles, where he focused on incident investigations and vulnerability mitigation, contributing to the overall security posture of the organization.
Achievements
Throughout his career at Connectria Hosting, Joshua Sparks has made significant contributions to security operations. His experience includes conducting incident investigations and implementing strategies for vulnerability mitigation. His role as Security Team Lead involves overseeing security initiatives and ensuring the effectiveness of security measures in place.