Joshua Evans
About Joshua Evans
Joshua Evans is an Information Security Engineer with extensive experience in security technologies and incident response. He has worked for various organizations, including Leaf Home and Binary Defense Systems, and holds an AAS in Network Security from Rhodes State College.
Work at Leaf Home
Joshua Evans has been employed at Leaf Home as an Information Security Engineer since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for implementing and managing security measures to protect the organization’s information systems. His position involves monitoring security incidents and ensuring compliance with security policies. Evans utilizes his expertise in security technologies to enhance the overall security posture of Leaf Home.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Prior to his current role, Joshua Evans worked at several organizations in various capacities within the field of information security. He served as a Senior SOC Analyst at Binary Defense Systems from 2014 to 2015, where he focused on security operations. He then transitioned to Hurricane Labs as a Network Security Engineer from 2011 to 2014, followed by a position at Cerdant, Inc from 2016 to 2019. Most recently, he worked at Kimmell Cybersecurity and Forensic Services, LLC as a Network Security Engineer from 2019 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Evans studied Network Security at Rhodes State College, where he earned an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree from 2009 to 2011. His education provided a strong foundation in network security principles and practices. Evans possesses expertise in managing and configuring security technologies, including Snort/Suricata and AlienVault. He is skilled in using SIEM tools like Splunk for security monitoring and incident response.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Joshua Evans demonstrates proficiency in various technical skills relevant to information security. He is adept at using automation and configuration management tools such as Puppet. His ability to quickly learn and apply new security tools and techniques is a significant asset in enhancing organizational security. Evans's strong skills in security technologies and incident response contribute to effective security management.