ABIGAIL DAWSON
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
Passionate professional possessing a solid foundation of technical experience and expertise in digital forensic techniques. Dedicated candidate that holds a Top Secret/SCI clearance. Communicative collaborator accustomed to standard computer operating networks and hardware and security software. Analyst skillful in managing and breaking down large volumes of information. Dedicated to analyzing findings in investigative matters and developing fact-based technical reports to detail events over specified periods of time.
Overview
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forensic Lab Consultant
Regional Evidence Analysis And Cyber-Intelligence
August 23, 2022 - Current (20 hours per week)
Supervisor: Scott Gilliam - (205) 347-0608
Internship for Credit Hours
- Conducted forensic investigations to dig into accessible operating systems and hidden files.
- Assisted in search warrants that led to prosecutions in a court of law.
- Completed strategic investigations into computer crimes and other unauthorized activities.
- Actively participating in round table discussions to help further the services of the electronic crime lab.
- Collaborating with law enforcement to develop data analytic training.
- Provided real-time intelligence for university events to ensure the safety of all in attendance.
Information Specialist (Security)
National Aeronautics And Space Administration, NASA
May 22, 2023 - August 20, 2023 (40 hours per week)
Summer Internship - Office of the Inspector General
Supervisor: David Hawbecker 202-809-1764
Hourly Wage: $22.10 (GS-6)
- Employed advanced techniques and tools to recover and reconstruct data from damaged or deleted digital storage media, such as hard drives, SSDs, and mobile devices.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using industry-standard digital forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, Autopsy, and open-source tools like The Sleuth Kit.
- Attended training sessions for law enforcement agencies, legal professionals, or internal staff on digital evidence handling and forensic best practices.
Server
Cypress Springs Resort
March 9, 2019 - August 2, 2022 (30 hours per week)
Supervisor: Terra Weber - (270) 978-9022
Seasonal, Hourly Wage: $2.30
- Worked as a team member with other restaurant professionals to ensure satisfied customers
- Complied with all restaurant rules, policies, and regulations
- Brought forth a working knowledge of operating the restaurant technology.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2024
Associate of Science - Information Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05.2024
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- System Analysis
- Information Confidentiality
- Computational Analysis
- Software Systems
- Computer Forensics
- Experience in C#, HTML, and Python
Clearance
Top Secret
Certification
- CyberCorps Scholarship for Service: One of four females selected at The University of Alabama to partake in the NSF program. Upon graduation, two years of obligated service will be served for the federal government.
- Security+ (CompTIA) - Biloxi, MS - September 30, 2021 - September 30, 2024
- GrayKey Operator (GrayKey Technologies) - Tuscaloosa, AL - January 2023 - January 2024
- C)HT: Certified Hardware Technician (Mile2) - Washington, DC - August 10, 2023 - August 10, 2026
- C)SA1: Certified Security Awareness 1 (Mile2) - Washington, DC - August 10, 2023 - August 10, 2026
- C)SA2: Certified Security Awareness 2 (Mile2) - Washington, DC - August 10, 2023 - August 10, 2026
- C)NP: Certified Network Principles (Mile2) - Washington, DC - August 10, 2023 - August 10, 2026
- C)OST Certified Operation Systems Technician (Mile2) - Washington, DC - August 10, 2023 - August 10, 2026
- Chainalysis Cryptocurrency Fundamentals Certification (CCFC) - Washington, DC - May 27, 2023 - May 27, 2024
- Chainalysis Reactor Certification (CRC) - Washington, DC - May 27, 2023 - May 27, 2024
- Introduction to Computer Forensics (Ginkgo+) - Washington, DC - May 23, 2023 - May 23, 2024
- Windows Incident Response, Part 1 (Ginkgo+) - Washington, DC - May 23, 2023 - May 23, 2024
Training
Basic Military Training
- April 27, 2021 — June 18, 2021 San Antonio, TX (1,260 hours)
United States Air Force , Cyber Systems Operations Technical School
- June 18, 2021 — October 1, 2021 Biloxi, MS (2,016 hours)
Magnet Forensics Training Conference
- April 17 - April 19, Nashville, TN (20 hours)
Digital Forensics for National Security Conference
- August 7 - August 9, Washington DC (16 hours)
Accomplishments
- Developed a GrayKey Script in Python to sort and organize GrayKey dump
- Created a more efficient system to complete investigations.
Python Script for GrayKey
Community Service
Penguin Project, Playhouse in the Park
June 2022 , Murray, KY
• Aided to children and young adults with disabilities
• Assisted in the deconstruction of the set. • Ensured the cleaning process was safe and effective.
St. Jude Memphis Marathon
August 2021 — December 2021, Memphis, TN
• Assisted in raising funds for St. Jude Research Hospital.
• Committed and raised money to meet the gold standard of at least $3,000 raised.
• Participated and assisted with the half marathon to encourage support of St. Jude.
Military
United States Air Force Reserve
Feb 6, 2021 — Present
Montgomery, AL
Senior Airman, E-4; Part-Time, Salary: $319 Monthly
Infrastructure Technician (Cyber Systems Operator)
Supervisor: TSgt Greg Cothran; NCOIC, Knowledge Management; (334) 657-0271
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Awarded Airmen of the Quarter.
• Designed, installed, and supported Air Force systems and ensured defensive computer operations systems were working properly.
• Supports identification, reconnaissance, and remediation of vulnerabilities while enhancing capabilities within cyber environments to achieve desired effects.
• Assisted in supporting DoD Microsoft Office Applications to create a cohesive unit.
Timeline
Forensic Lab Consultant
Regional Evidence Analysis And Cyber-Intelligence
Information Specialist (Security)
National Aeronautics And Space Administration, NASA
Server
Cypress Springs Resort
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
The University of Alabama
Associate of Science - Information Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
- CyberCorps Scholarship for Service: One of four females selected at The University of Alabama to partake in the NSF program. Upon graduation, two years of obligated service will be served for the federal government.
- Security+ (CompTIA) - Biloxi, MS - September 30, 2021 - September 30, 2024
- GrayKey Operator (GrayKey Technologies) - Tuscaloosa, AL - January 2023 - January 2024
- C)HT: Certified Hardware Technician (Mile2) - Washington, DC - August 10, 2023 - August 10, 2026
- C)SA1: Certified Security Awareness 1 (Mile2) - Washington, DC - August 10, 2023 - August 10, 2026
- C)SA2: Certified Security Awareness 2 (Mile2) - Washington, DC - August 10, 2023 - August 10, 2026
- C)NP: Certified Network Principles (Mile2) - Washington, DC - August 10, 2023 - August 10, 2026
- C)OST Certified Operation Systems Technician (Mile2) - Washington, DC - August 10, 2023 - August 10, 2026
- Chainalysis Cryptocurrency Fundamentals Certification (CCFC) - Washington, DC - May 27, 2023 - May 27, 2024
- Chainalysis Reactor Certification (CRC) - Washington, DC - May 27, 2023 - May 27, 2024
- Introduction to Computer Forensics (Ginkgo+) - Washington, DC - May 23, 2023 - May 23, 2024
- Windows Incident Response, Part 1 (Ginkgo+) - Washington, DC - May 23, 2023 - May 23, 2024
Similar Profiles
Alexis TermanAlexis Terman
Intelligence Analyst Intern at Department of Homeland Security: Office of Intelligence and AnalysisIntelligence Analyst Intern at Department of Homeland Security: Office of Intelligence and Analysis
Brandon ShuganBrandon Shugan
Instructor- Wireshark and Adv. Windows Arch. at Joint Cyber Analysis Course(JCAC)- InternshipInstructor- Wireshark and Adv. Windows Arch. at Joint Cyber Analysis Course(JCAC)- Internship
Jitendradeve AdhinJitendradeve Adhin
Analyst at Financial Investigative Analysis Division under the Financial Intelligence UnitAnalyst at Financial Investigative Analysis Division under the Financial Intelligence Unit