Amanda Bennett
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Highly motivated and mission-focused intelligence professional with 8 years of experience in military intelligence analysis, seeking to transition into cyber security. Proven ability to assess real-time threats, lead analytical teams, and deliver high-impact briefings to senior leadership. Skilled in report writing, operational analysis, and decision support in a variety of threat landscapes. A dedicated self-learner, eager to apply proven analytical and leadership skills to help organizations detect, assess, and respond to emerging threats.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Security Operations Center Analyst
PayPal
11.2024 - Current
- Monitor and analyze global security threats, incidents, and events across multiple regions, utilizing advanced security technologies and incident management systems to track, escalate and resolve potential risks in real-time, ensuring the safety and security of personnel, assets, and operations.
- Leveraged OSINT tools and techniques to track and analyze threat actor online behavior and content trends, identifying associated domains, IPs, and TTPs to produce actionable threat intelligence reports.
- Develop concise intelligence briefs and present key findings to leadership, contributing to informed decision-making on security posture and risk mitigation strategies across global operations
Cryptologic Technician
US Navy Reserves
12.2021 - Current
- Produced multi-intelligence reports assessing military infrastructure and AOR assessments.
- Interpreted electronic and communications intelligence to identify and map hostile cyber infrastructure, while also discerning electronic attack indicators and tracking the development of cyber-related infrastructure.
- Leads a team of 48 Sailors, driving operational excellence while meticulously handling administrative requirements to ensure seamless workflow and professional development.
- Regularly briefed local and parent command leadership on mission status, asset readiness, and personnel posture, ensuring informed decision-making and alignment with operational objectives.
Cryptologic Technician
US Navy
12.2017 - 12.2021
- Directed the preparation and the delivery of daily executive intelligence briefings as the lead naval representative, acting as the authoritative voice for time-sensitive information dissemination to senior leadership.
- Evaluated the relevance and accuracy of gathered information using multiple analytical methodologies and intelligence database systems to identify information gaps and potential threats.
- Researched and developed a mission-essential historical report that enhanced collaboration and increased situational awareness among watch standers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZ12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2024
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Windows OS
- Splunk
- Atlassian
Timeline
Global Security Operations Center Analyst
PayPal
11.2024 - Current
Cryptologic Technician
US Navy Reserves
12.2021 - Current
Cryptologic Technician
US Navy
12.2017 - 12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Arizona State University
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