ARMOND THOMPSON
Waldorf,MD
Summary
SOC Analyst with over 4 years of experience in cybersecurity, specializing in real-time threat detection, incident response, and continuous security monitoring. Proficient in SIEM tools like Splunk, Elastic, and Sentinel as well as advanced forensic techniques. Holds an active TS/SCI Clearance (CI Poly), with a proven ability to identify and mitigate cyber threats for critical infrastructure.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Operation Center Incident Responder
U.S. Coast Guard Cyber Command HQ
07.2024 - Current
- Manage training for 15 personnel as designated Training Officer, ensuring development of critical cyber incident response skills and competencies, enhancing team readiness.
- Earned Apprentice Incident Responder qualification within two months and actively pursuing Journeyman qualification to further strengthen incident response expertise and leadership.
- Resolved 9 complex cyber incident cases in fast-paced CSOC environment, showcasing expertise in threat analysis, mitigation, and incident resolution under time-sensitive conditions.
- Supported and guided team members on cyber incident cases, utilizing tools such as Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, Entra ID, VirusTotal, FTK Imager, Axiom and Volatility to enhance investigation outcomes.
- Conducted forensic disk imaging, memory analysis, and threat hunting using advanced cybersecurity tools, reinforcing proactive defense-in-depth security posture across incident response efforts.
Cyber Protection Team Network Analyst
U.S. Coast Guard Cyber Command HQ
12.2021 - 06.2024
- Conducted real-time monitoring and analysis of security alerts and incidents for mission-critical assessments, including one major ransomware case and two advanced threat hunting assessments, improving overall threat visibility for Maritime Transportation Systems across United States.
- Leveraged SIEM tools and security monitoring systems to detect vulnerabilities in network devices, OS, and databases. Provided remediation strategies that strengthened defense against evolving cyber threats for critical infrastructure.
- Executed incident response procedures and simulated internal and external attack scenarios, leveraging real-world threat actors' TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures) to enhance security readiness. Contributed to 30% improvement in threat detection capabilities.
Network Analyst / System Analyst / NAIS Watchstander
U.S. Coast Guard Cyber Command Detachment
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Monitored enterprise network security for over 60,000 users, detecting and mitigating threats in real time using advanced SIEM tools. Contributed to stronger security posture and reduced incident response times.
- Performed continuous network monitoring and security assessments, ensuring swift identification and response to threats across networks.
- Expertly mastered intricacies of Nationwide Automatic Identification System (NAIS), analyzing precise data to enhance situational awareness and maritime security on national scale resulting in improved maritime domain awareness and more informed decision-making for mission-critical operations
- Attained distinction of System Analyst at Network Operation Security Center (NOSC) for United States Coast Guard. In this role, expertly analyzing and optimizing complex systems, implementing cutting-edge security protocols, and fortifying Coast Guard's critical infrastructure, thereby playing vital role in ensuring mission-critical operations and safeguarding national cyber assets.
Education
Encase Forensics -
Defense Cyber Investigation Training Academy
Virtual07.2023
SANS SEC555: SIEM With Tactical -
SANS Institute
Virtual05.2023
Network Monitoring And Threat Detection In-Depth -
SANS Institute
Virtual04.2023
Onion in Depth / Security Onion II Fundamentals -
Security Onion Solutions
Virtual02.2023
High School Diploma -
Gilbert A. Dater High School
Cincinnati, OH05.2012
Skills
- Network Security & Monitoring
- Incident Response
- Threat Hunting & Analysis
- Endpoint Detection and Response
- Digital Forensics
- Intrusion Detection & Prevention Systems
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Communication & Reporting
Certification
- GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) | JUN 2024
- EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) | JUL 2023
- CompTIA Security+ | JUN 2022
- Joint Cyber Analysis Course (JCAC) | DEC 2021
- Intermediate Cyber Core (ICC) | FEB 2022
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner | DEC 2023
Timeline
Cybersecurity Operation Center Incident Responder
U.S. Coast Guard Cyber Command HQ
07.2024 - Current
Cyber Protection Team Network Analyst
U.S. Coast Guard Cyber Command HQ
12.2021 - 06.2024
Network Analyst / System Analyst / NAIS Watchstander
U.S. Coast Guard Cyber Command Detachment
07.2020 - 12.2021
Encase Forensics -
Defense Cyber Investigation Training Academy
SANS SEC555: SIEM With Tactical -
SANS Institute
Network Monitoring And Threat Detection In-Depth -
SANS Institute
Onion in Depth / Security Onion II Fundamentals -
Security Onion Solutions
High School Diploma -
Gilbert A. Dater High School
- GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) | JUN 2024
- EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) | JUL 2023
- CompTIA Security+ | JUN 2022
- Joint Cyber Analysis Course (JCAC) | DEC 2021
- Intermediate Cyber Core (ICC) | FEB 2022
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner | DEC 2023
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