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Clifton Hibbler III

Alton,IL

Summary

Cybersecurity-driven IT professional with hands-on experience in system hardening, network security, threat detection, and enterprise support. Background includes supporting secure infrastructure for military, corporate, and nonprofit environments. Proficient in endpoint protection, incident response, identity management, and vulnerability mitigation. Holds CompTIA Security+ certification and actively pursuing a B.S. in Cybersecurity.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cyber Security Analyst – Speakout

Nonprofit Organization
05.2024 - Current
  • Delivered Tier 1 & Tier 2 support across endpoint devices, ensuring secure configurations and up-to-date antivirus/EDR compliance.
  • Managed user access provisioning, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and role-based access control (RBAC) via Microsoft 365 Admin Center and Azure AD.
  • Deployed and maintained Windows systems with Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce security settings and patch updates.
  • Performed secure imaging and OS reinstalls using standard baselines aligned with NIST guidelines to mitigate configuration drift.
  • Assisted in phishing simulation campaigns and provided user training on social engineering awareness.
  • Conducted log reviews and basic threat analysis from Windows Event Viewer and Microsoft Defender Security Center.

Security Operations Support Analyst

Phillips 66 / Belcan
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Deployed Windows systems with hardened configurations, BitLocker encryption, and software whitelisting to meet endpoint security standards.
  • Conducted regular software audits, identifying and removing unauthorized applications to reduce attack surface and enforce compliance.
  • Managed Microsoft 365 security settings including conditional access policies, spam filters, and data loss prevention (DLP) configurations.
  • Triaged and resolved service tickets via ServiceNow, categorizing incidents related to access control, malware alerts, and failed logon attempts.
  • Documented security incidents and escalated alerts from user-reported phishing attempts and abnormal system behavior.
  • Supported radio and endpoint repairs while maintaining physical access controls and hardware integrity in compliance with organizational policies.
  • Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.

Information Technology Specialist

U.S. Army
10.2019 - 03.2023
  • Administered Tactical Battle Command (TBC) servers and coordinated secure mission communications within classified networks.
  • Implemented layered network defense strategies using Cisco ASA firewalls, VLAN segmentation, and intrusion prevention systems (IPS).
  • Conducted malware analysis, log correlation, and incident containment following DoD cybersecurity protocols.
  • Led NETOPS Service Desk operations, resolving incidents related to unauthorized access, account lockouts, and encrypted data loss.
  • Managed network configurations including DHCP, DNS, and static routing to maintain operational resilience and minimize attack vectors.
  • Performed vulnerability assessments using DISA STIGs and applied patches to eliminate exploitable misconfigurations.
  • Trained junior soldiers in secure communication protocols and information assurance (IA) best practices.
  • Authenticated users and enforced least privilege through account audits and Active Directory controls.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity Major, Computer Science Minor

University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD
10.2025

Skills

  • Cybersecurity threat analysis
  • IDS/IPS
  • Malware Analysis
  • Endpoint Protection
  • SIEM
  • IAM
  • Risk Assessment
  • Patch Management
  • Firewalls
  • ServiceNow
  • VMware

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Certified
  • Tactical Battle Command (TBC) Server Admin
  • Network Operations & Service Desk Management
  • Cisco Routers and Switches
  • Malware Analysis & Threat Detection

Technical Lab Experience

  • Windows Administration: OS setup, GPO, secure role config
  • Cloud Services: Microsoft 365 security admin, Azure AD, Teams
  • Linux & Scripting: Bash commands, log parsing, user auditing
  • Network Security: Firewalls, secure protocols, packet inspection
  • Ethical Hacking: Kali Linux, Metasploit, vulnerability scanning
  • Digital Forensics: Disk imaging, file recovery, log correlation
  • Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (local secure hosting)
  • Database: SQL injection testing, PostgreSQL audit configs

Timeline

Cyber Security Analyst – Speakout

Nonprofit Organization
05.2024 - Current

Security Operations Support Analyst

Phillips 66 / Belcan
01.2024 - 05.2024

Information Technology Specialist

U.S. Army
10.2019 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity Major, Computer Science Minor

University of Maryland Global Campus

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