Deliver robust security solutions that mitigate risk and safeguard vital assets across complex organizational environments. Collaborate with third-party testers to strengthen defenses and proactively reduce vulnerabilities. Lead phishing simulation campaigns that elevate team-wide security awareness. Demonstrate proficiency in PowerShell, SIEM tools, and vulnerability management platforms.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Security Engineer
HealthEquity
Draper, UT
03.2020 - 06.2025
Collaborated with third-party penetration testers to enhance security of our environment, ensuring vulnerabilities were identified and addressed promptly.
Partnered with developers and internal teams, to ensure findings from penetration tests were resolved, helping secure the codebase and strengthening overall security posture.
Managed tools to detect vulnerabilities, endpoint and in CI/CD pipelines, and effectively monitored organization's attack surface, helping to proactively mitigate potential risks.
Executed phishing campaigns and meticulously tracked metrics, providing valuable insights into employee awareness and response to threats.
Worked closely with security awareness team to leverage phishing campaigns, increasing overall awareness among employees.
Utilized PowerShell for various scripting tasks, including API access and queries related to Entra, Azure, and Office 365, streamlining workflows and improving efficiency.
Systems / Security Engineer
InsideSales.com
Provo, ut
12.2014 - 03.2020
Managed internal systems as primary system administrator, overseeing Active Directory, ESXi, and Office 365, ensuring smooth operations and user access.
Acted as sole security administrator alongside Chief Security Officer, focusing on safeguarding organization against potential threats.
Summarized and reported on zero-day vulnerabilities and enterprise security threats, helping team stay informed and proactive in mitigating risks.
Implemented and monitored SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and IDS (Intrusion Detection Systems), enhancing our ability to detect and respond to security incidents effectively.
Served as primary antivirus administrator for over 600 machines, overseeing antivirus management, encryption, vulnerability scanning, patch management, and threat triage, improving overall system security.
Executed enterprise-wide Mobile Device Management implementation using AirWatch MDM, helping secure and manage mobile devices across organization.
Led implementation of enterprise-wide Single Sign-On through VMware Identity Manager, streamlining user access and enhancing security for applications.
Implemented Azure Directory Sync, ensuring seamless integration and synchronization of directory services between cloud and on-premises environments.
Rebranded internal Active Directory and Office 365 environments to XANT.AI, utilizing PowerShell scripting to update all User Principal Names, email addresses, and more, modernizing internal systems and improving user management.
IT Technician 1
Overstock.com
Salt Lake City, ut
11.2013 - 12.2014
Managed end user hardware and software troubleshooting, minimizing downtime and improving overall productivity for employees.
Administered Active Directory for user, group, and computer management, maintaining system security and user accessibility.
Installed and updated end user applications, ensuring that all team members had the latest tools to perform their jobs effectively.
Served as primary support contact for Mac OS and Linux systems, providing specialized assistance that enhanced user satisfaction and technical efficiency.
Education
Master of Science - Information Security And Assurance
Western Governors University
07.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology, Security Emphasis