Mitchell Brandone
About Mitchell Brandone
Mitchell Brandone is a Tier 3 Cyber Security Analyst at Pinnacle Group, Inc., where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in cloud security and web development, with previous roles at General Dynamics Information Technology and CSRA Inc.
Work at Pinnacle Group
Mitchell Brandone has been employed at Pinnacle Group, Inc. as a Tier 3 Cyber Security Analyst since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for rapid system troubleshooting and root cause analysis on various applications, Linux servers, and Windows servers. He provides effective remediation instructions to address security issues. His work contributes to the overall security posture of the organization and its clients.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Pinnacle Group, Mitchell worked at General Dynamics Information Technology as a Cloud Security Engineer from 2018 to 2021. He designed and implemented a cloud-based internal MSSP vulnerability scanning offering for multiple contracts and customers during his tenure. Prior to that, he held positions as a Technical Intern at CSRA Inc. in 2017 and as an Oracle APEX Web Development Intern at Distributed Database Consulting, Inc. in 2016.
Education and Expertise
Mitchell Brandone studied at Louisiana Tech University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Cyber Engineering from 2014 to 2018. His academic background provided him with foundational knowledge in cybersecurity principles and practices. This education supports his current role in cyber security analysis and his previous positions in cloud security and web development.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In his current role, Mitchell defines, maintains, and documents McAfee endpoint security policies and exclusions for multiple customer environments. His responsibilities include performing thorough system troubleshooting and ensuring effective remediation strategies are in place. His expertise spans across various operating systems and application environments, making him a valuable asset in cybersecurity operations.
Internship Experience
Mitchell gained early career experience through internships, including a role as a Web Development Intern at Distributed Database Consulting, Inc. in 2015 and as a Technical Intern at CSRA Inc. in 2017. Additionally, he served as a Hall Director and Resident Assistant at Louisiana Tech University from 2016 to 2018, where he developed leadership skills and managed residential life.