Charles Steffens
Round Rock
Summary
Experienced Cybersecurity Analyst with a strong focus on network security, web application penetration testing, and traffic analysis. Proficient in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities through passive and active reconnaissance, as well as handling advanced security operations such as password spray attack remediation and email account security. Skilled in utilizing tools like Malcolm for traffic analysis and VPN security implementation. Proven ability to produce high-level security reports and executive summaries, demonstrating overall security posture with data-driven insights. A proactive problem-solver with expertise in securing critical infrastructure and improving cybersecurity frameworks for organizations. Passionate about staying ahead of emerging threats and continuously refining cybersecurity strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cyber Security Analyst
Rhodium
10.2023 - Current
- Developed comprehensive monthly security reports with executive summaries, including data visualizations to communicate overall security posture and key trends to leadership.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures
- Utilized network traffic analysis tools to monitor, analyze, and report on potential security threats across enterprise environments
- Triaged daily security alerts from SOC platform, prioritizing and investigating potential threats, anomalies, and vulnerabilities to ensure timely incident response and risk mitigation.
Mining Maintenance Technician
Rhodium
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Setup and repair miners
- Create Innovative experiments to optimize the site, tracking the results, and reporting them to Site Manager.
- Light networking tasks including diagnosing and configuring network switches
- Maintain immersion mining infrastructure
Associate Consultant & OSINT Analyst
Cloakwire
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations
- Conducted comparative testing on top level industry solutions
- Reported on incidents, suspensions and other concerns to supervisory personnel
- Produced multi-source intelligence reports and products for different clients.
Executive Assistant To The Managing Director
Black Mesa Management
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for the managing director
- Managed calendar and scheduling needs Transcribed minutes of meetings and executed meetings and events for company to support sales, business development and senior management teams
- Wrote reports, executive summaries, SOP, and drafted SOWs
Computer Technician
Computer Alley
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Assessed system hardware and software and suggested modifications to reduce lag time and improve overall speed.
- Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
- Refurbished PC systems and peripherals such as monitors, networking equipment, printers and more.
- Tested and installed motherboards, processors and graphics cards on desktops and laptops for corporate staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Machester High School
05.2015
Skills
- Bitcoin Mining
- OSINT Framework
- Ethical Hacking
- Vulnerability Analysis
- Security Testing
Certification
- CompTIA A+ IT Technician Certification, 02/23/21, 02/23/24
- Bitcoin for Everybody Saylor Academy Certification, 05/18/21
- CS120: Bitcoin for Developers I Saylor Academy Certification, 04/04/22
- CCNA: (in progress)
Timeline
Cyber Security Analyst
Rhodium
10.2023 - Current
Mining Maintenance Technician
Rhodium
05.2022 - 10.2023
Associate Consultant & OSINT Analyst
Cloakwire
07.2021 - 04.2022
Executive Assistant To The Managing Director
Black Mesa Management
06.2021 - 04.2022
Computer Technician
Computer Alley
03.2021 - 06.2021
- CompTIA A+ IT Technician Certification, 02/23/21, 02/23/24
- Bitcoin for Everybody Saylor Academy Certification, 05/18/21
- CS120: Bitcoin for Developers I Saylor Academy Certification, 04/04/22
- CCNA: (in progress)
High School Diploma -
Machester High School
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