Ryan Wilson
About Ryan Wilson
Ryan Wilson is a Network Defense Analyst with expertise in threat intelligence research and cloud security. He has a diverse background in network security, system administration, and martial arts instruction.
Current Role at Insight Global
Ryan Wilson serves as a Network Defense Analyst at Insight Global, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing network security by conducting open source and commercial threat intelligence research. His responsibilities include identifying indicators of compromise (IOCs), new vulnerabilities, and understanding attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). He collaborates with the Identity and Access Management (IAM) team to troubleshoot various client issues and assists in developing Network Defense workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Previous Experience at Apex Systems
Before joining Insight Global, Ryan Wilson worked at Apex Systems as a System Admin I NMCI Service Desk for five months in 2020. His role involved providing technical support and managing system configurations. This position was based in Norfolk, Virginia, where he gained valuable experience in system administration and customer service.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Wilson earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Old Dominion University, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. His educational background has provided him with analytical skills that complement his technical expertise in network defense. He has developed proficiency in monitoring and detecting misconfigurations and suspicious activities in cloud-hosted systems, utilizing platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Oracle Cloud API.
Internship Experience at Hampton University
Ryan Wilson completed a Network Security Analyst Internship at Hampton University from 2016 to 2018. During this two-year internship, he gained hands-on experience in network security practices, contributing to his foundational knowledge in the field. This role allowed him to apply theoretical concepts learned in his studies to real-world scenarios.
Additional Work History
Ryan Wilson has a diverse work history that includes a position as a Production Planner at Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. from 2019 to 2020. He also worked as a Martial Arts Instructor at Tiger Martial Arts Academy from 2010 to 2018. These roles have contributed to his skill set, enhancing his ability to manage tasks and communicate effectively.