Waiyan Tin
About Waiyan Tin
Waiyan Tin is an Information Security Analyst at MBTA with a background in cybersecurity and information technology, having previously worked at State Street and the University of Massachusetts Boston.
Current Role and Responsibilities at MBTA
Waiyan Tin currently works as an Information Security Analyst at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). In this role since 2023, Waiyan Tin focuses on numerous aspects of information security including ticket management, initial triage, and forensics of security tickets. Additionally, he assists customers with information security guidance and is involved in the remediation or patching of vulnerabilities. He also develops reporting metrics and dashboards to enhance the organization's security protocols.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Before joining MBTA, Waiyan Tin worked as a Cyber Defense Center Analyst at State Street for five months in 2023. Prior to that, he served as an Information Security Analyst at the University of Massachusetts Boston in 2022. During his tenure at these institutions, he gained significant experience in cyber defense and information security analysis, further honing his skills in vulnerability remediation and customer guidance.
Educational Background in Cybersecurity
Waiyan Tin is currently pursuing a Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at Western Governors University, expected to be completed in 2025. He holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Information Technology with a specialization in System Administration from UMass Boston, which he completed in 2022. Additionally, he earned an Associate's degree in Computer Networking from Quincy College in 2020. His extensive educational background has equipped him with a robust foundation in cybersecurity and IT system administration.
Early Career and Technical Support Roles
In the earlier stages of his career, Waiyan Tin served as an IT Intern at Sarepta Therapeutics in 2019, where he worked in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He also worked as Information Technology Help Desk Support at UMass Boston from 2021 to 2022. In these roles, he developed technical support skills and gained practical experience in IT help desk operations.
Military Service and Skills Development
Waiyan Tin served in the United States Marine Corps as a Combat Videographer from 2013 to 2018. During his military service, he produced both classified and unclassified video products for military commanders. His interest in cybersecurity was sparked through awareness trainings received during his time in the Marines. This military background has contributed significantly to his skills in information security and his ability to work under pressure.