Heath Dean
About Heath Dean
Heath Dean is a Security Analyst with extensive experience in cyber operations, currently working at DefenseStorm since 2019. He has a background in the US Marine Corps and the US Air Force, where he held various roles including Engineer and Emergency Management Specialist.
Work at DefenseStorm
Heath Dean has been employed as a Security Analyst at DefenseStorm since 2019. In this role, he coordinates directly with clients to assess their specific network patterns and needs. He is responsible for providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 security event monitoring and analysis utilizing the DefenseStorm security data platform. Additionally, he develops queries for event data within the platform to improve security monitoring capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Heath Dean has pursued education in various fields related to technology and security. He studied General Studies at Baton Rouge Community College from 2010 to 2012, although he did not receive a degree. He also attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for 11 months in 2017. Earlier, he obtained a Certificate in Network Engineering from Baton Rouge School of Computers from 2004 to 2005. His extensive experience in cyber operations is complemented by a lifelong passion for computers and technology.
Background
Heath Dean has a diverse background in military and cybersecurity roles. He served in the United States Air Force as an Emergency Management Specialist from 2005 to 2009 at Beale AFB, CA, and later as a Cyber Systems Operations Journeyman in the Air Force Reserve from 2009 to 2013. His tenure with the US Marine Corps included multiple positions, such as Engineer, Hazardous Materials and Waste/Safety Manager, and Facilities Manager, primarily at Camp Pendleton, CA, from 2013 to 2017.
Professional Experience
In addition to his military service, Heath Dean has held various roles in the private sector. He worked briefly as a Windows 10 Migration Specialist at Insight Global in 2018. His military experience includes serving as a Platoon Sergeant and Safety Manager in the US Marine Corps. This combination of military and civilian roles has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of security operations and technology.