ABOUT

Short Bio

I’m a Security Analyst with experience in incident response, security monitoring, access control auditing, and data-handling governance. I enjoy solving real security problems, implementing practical controls, and helping teams build safer, more resilient systems. My background spans security operations, network administration, and technical support, giving me a well-rounded understanding of how security fits into every layer of technology.

Skills

Security & Compliance

• Incident Response (triage, investigation, containment)
• Security control implementation & validation
  
• Access control & permissions auditing
  
• Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)
  
• Sensitive data monitoring & handling policies
  
• Log analysis & security reporting
  
• CIA Triad–aligned security practices
  
• Familiar with NIST 800-53 & StateRAMP expectations

Tools & Technologies

• SIEM: CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, Splunk
  
• Cloud & Platform: Azure, Microsoft 365, SaaS security tools
  
• Networking: DNS, VPNs, VLANs, firewalls, VOIP systems
  
• Automation: Scripting with Python basics, cron jobs
  
• Other: Amass, Nmap, vulnerability scanning workflows
  

Core Strengths

• Threat identification & risk prioritization
  
• Clear communication with technical and non-technical teams
  
• Security training & awareness
  
• Root cause analysis
  
• Continuous improvement mindset
  

Education

• Missouri Southern State University
  Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice — May 2013

• University of Kansas
  Cybersecurity Boot Camp — September 2021

Work Experience

CivicPlus

Security Analyst I — September 2023–Present
- Monitor and audit product-line logs for security events.
- Conduct role and permission audits to ensure least-privilege access.
- Report on uptime, outages, and cyberattack activity.
- Perform Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs).
- Deliver security training across the organization.
- Participate in the Incident Response Team supporting investigations.
- Implement and validate security controls.
- Monitor sensitive data storage and enforce data-handling practices.

Technical Support Engineer I — April 2021–September 2023
- Investigated advanced technical issues with a security-aware approach.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams to resolve incidents.

High Plains Mental Health Center

Information Technology Specialist — June 2019–April 2021
- Administered and secured the computer network, VOIP systems, and tele-video infrastructure.
- Maintained secure interconnection of devices, systems, and communication services.
- Ensured reliable and secure access for staff across multiple sites.

Eagle Technology Solutions

Service Technician — June 2018–June 2019
- Supported secure deployment and maintenance of client systems.
- Installed hardware and software solutions following best-practice security standards.

Certifications

• CompTIA Pentest+ (PT0-003) — Passed August 1, 2024
  
• CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) — Passed June 2, 2022
  
• HTML Certificate — Passed June 9, 2023