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Carla Castaneda

Austin,United States
Carla Castaneda

Summary

Results-oriented and highly motivated SOC Analyst with a diverse background in Vulnerability Management, Incident Response, and Sales Engineering. With a solid foundation in conducting vulnerability scans and effectively responding to security alerts, I possess a keen understanding of the latest threats and vulnerabilities in the cyber landscape. Additionally, my experience as a Sales Engineer at Rapid7 has honed my communication and presentation skills, enabling me to effectively convey the value and functionality of security products to clients. I am now seeking a challenging role as a SOC Analyst to apply my technical expertise, analytical mindset, and customer-focused approach in providing proactive security measures and incident response solutions.

Overview

3
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Rapid7
Austin, TX

Sales Engineer
12.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Conducted product demonstrations, effectively showcasing the features and benefits to potential clients.
  • Engaged with clients to assess their environment and confirm the suitability of our technology.
  • Assisted in planning and executing proof of concept (PoC) projects.
  • Provided technical recommendations based on client requirements, aligning our solution with their needs.
  • Collaborated with sales team to develop sales strategies and overcome technical objections.
  • Maintained strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and addressing technical concerns.

Q2
Austin, TX

Integrated Operations Center Analyst Apprentice
06.2021 - 12.2021

Job overview

  • Proactively respond to alerts generated by monitoring systems to maintain environment health and stability.
  • Resolve issues by following documented processes and pre-defined standard operating procedures.
  • Monitor and analyze logs and alerts from a variety of different technologies across multiple platforms in order to identify and mitigate security incidents and maintain the integrity of corporate information.
  • Leverage network security tools and capabilities to analyze potential cyber threat containment and/or escalation.
  • Document troubleshooting results and remediation actions, provide regular status updates to impacted customers.
  • Perform IOC tasks, including managing case workload, responding to escalated issues, daily compliance tasks, and operational checklists.

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

IT Intern
12.2019 - 11.2021

Job overview

Data entry position with the ability to work on backend projects that include making online forms with Perl for the Web Development team, building PC’s from parts, and using Virtual Machine software.

Austin Community College
Austin, TX

Security Analyst Intern
01.2021 - 06.2021

Job overview

  • Conducted Network scans using Nessus Scanner.
  • Collaborated with the Systems Programmer on any Nessus issues or updates for maintenance and functionality.
  • Responsible for analyzing Nessus Scans as well as 3rd party penetration testing reports and conveyed the results to the team.
  • Performed threat and vulnerability assessments followed by appropriate remedial action.
  • Assisted in inventory and documentation of equipment and devices.
    Familiar with TAC 202 and participated in Policy Reviews, Risk Reviews, and Policy Exceptions.
  • Wrote articles for our Weekly Newsletter to educate Staff and Faculty about Cybersecurity Awareness.

Education

Austin Community College
Austin, TX

Associate of Science from LAN Systems Cyber Security Specialization
05.2021

University Overview

  • 3.6 GPA
  • Society of Information Technology Security Club Member

Skills

  • Technical Consulting
  • Pre-Sales Support
  • Training and Development
  • Active Listening
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Customer Service
  • Deductive reasoning skills
  • Technical Support
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Relationship building and management

Certification

  • CompTIA Network+ (Cert#:COMP001022050524)
  • CompTIA Security+ (estimated completion date: June 2023)
  • Rapid7 InsightIDR Certified Specialist
  • Rapid7 InsightVM Certified Administrator

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
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Timeline

Sales Engineer

Rapid7
12.2021 - Current

Integrated Operations Center Analyst Apprentice

Q2
06.2021 - 12.2021

Security Analyst Intern

Austin Community College
01.2021 - 06.2021

IT Intern

Texas State University
12.2019 - 11.2021

Austin Community College

Associate of Science from LAN Systems Cyber Security Specialization
Carla Castaneda