Cole Porter
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Cybersecurity Analyst with expertise in threat monitoring and incident response. Achieved an average incident response time under one hour, preventing a major breach affecting 3,000 accounts. Experienced in using SIEM tools, managing IAM controls, and enforcing security policies to enhance organizational security.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Analyst and Tech Support
Dynamic Campus Solution
Fort Worth, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Primary on site cybersecurity analyst handling real-time alert triage, threat analysis, and containment across enterprise systems. Use SIEM platforms, Defender, and AD/IAM controls to validate incidents, isolate compromised devices, and enforce secure access policies.
- Respond to cybersecurity incidents and vulnerability reports in coordination with senior analysts.
- Monitored and triaged alerts in Microsoft Defender and Alert Logic, quickly separating real threats from noise and escalating what mattered.
- Kept average incident response time under one hour, tightening containment and reducing exposure windows.
- Automated mitigation actions including device isolation, MFA resets, and account lockouts to effectively contain compromised accounts and endpoints.
- Automated mitigation actions like device isolation, MFA resets, and account lockouts to contain compromised accounts and endpoints.
- Managed IAM controls and Group Policies in Active Directory, enforcing least-privilege access and improving identity security.
- Oversaw identification, removal, and hardening of 1200 machines to enhance network security through patch management and automation.
- Provided technical support to students, faculty, and staff, resolving 95% of technical issues at first contact across various systems including MacOS, Windows OS and Linux.
- Install, configure, and maintain endpoint protection tools, updates, and device compliance settings in accordance with cybersecurity policies.
- Developed tools leveraging python for log analysis streamlining incident response and analysis.
- Developed tools for Email header analysis diminishing phishing campaigns.
- Identified and prevented major breach caused by Phishing campaign securing 3,000 end user accounts and cutting off network access to malicious agents.
- Developed a honeypot utilizing canary system to counteract malicious agents.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of network endpoints to ensure efficient tracking and management.
- Led user access management processes, handling onboarding/offboarding, account provisioning, permission settings, and Group Policy administration within Active Directory and MDM systems.
- Developed and implemented S.O.P.s aligned with NIST and other frameworks, resulting in an 80% reduction in incidents.
- Maintain asset inventory and streamline device check-in/check-out workflows.
- Train new technicians and staff in troubleshooting, documentation, and customer service best practices.
- Documented and tracked network endpoints.
IT Security Analyst and Program Director
Gracie Barra Burleson
Burleson, TX
05.2022 - 02.2025
- Managed network security and data protection while directing cybersecurity processes for daily operations. Strengthened organizational security through network monitoring, segmentation, PCI compliance, and policy development.
- Secured organization’s network and Wi-Fi infrastructure, enhancing reliability and minimizing unauthorized access risks.
- Led in the adoption of new technologies to strengthen network segmentation and business continuity.
- Maintained PCI compliance and protected sensitive data for 300+ clients. Overseeing data handling and system security.
- Led in the adoption of new technologies to strengthen network segmentation and business continuity.
- Supported daily technical operations by resolving device, account, and software issues, contributing to enhanced security posture.
- Delivered customer support in person to resolve incidents effectively.
- Facilitated daily operations by instructing classes and assisting staff.
- Managed vendor coordination to guarantee service reliability and vendor support.
Assistant Manager
Quik Trip
Cleburne, TX
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Managed inventory, ordering, and product reception to ensure stock availability and organization.
- Assigned daily, weekly, and monthly tasks to team members while monitoring quality and completion timelines.
- Co-ordinated projects and collaborative efforts among team members to maximize efficiency and quality assurance.
- Managed daily financial reporting and achieved 95% accuracy of expected value each review.
- Provided excellent conflict resolution between clients and staff simultaneously in a high tempo environment.
- Coordinated projects and collaborative efforts among team members to maximize efficiency and quality assurance.
Pusher
Black Hawk Transportation
Cleburne, TX
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervised product delivery and coordinated safe processing to ensure timely operations.
- Operated large machinery in factory setting while adhering to safety protocols in high pace environment.
- Ensured all system levels stayed at within an operational levels for entire production line to operate.
- Tracked operational levels of production systems.
Product Delivery and Assurance
Capsule Portable Storage
Cleburne, TX
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Served as the first point of contact for customers, providing kind, quick, and quality service delivery.
- Performed maintenance on customer and non-customer assets to ensure operational reliability.
- Operated large machinery in compliance with safety protocols, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Maintain a safe environment while operating large machinery in residential areas.
Education
B.S. - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Threat monitoring and incident response
- Incident response strategies
- Vulnerability management
- Threat analysis techniques
- SIEM systems and Microsoft Defender
- AD and Group Policy
- Endpoint protection solutions
- Active Directory and Group Policy
- Identity access management practices
- VPNs, MFA, and SAML integration
- VPN and SAML integration
- Patch management processes
- Malware analysis techniques
- SQL databases
- Linux environments
- Cloud computing environments
- Bash scripting
- Python programming
- Technical troubleshooting skills
- Ticketing systems management
- Case documentation practices
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Security policy development
- Adaptability and flexibility traits
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Clear communication skills
- Decision-making capabilities
- Adaptability and flexibility traits
- Decision-making capabilities
Certification
CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, CySA+, Pentest+, Project+, | ISC2 SSCP | LPI Linux Essentials | ITIL 4 Foundations | View my Certs
Personal Information
Title: Cyber Security Analyst
Home Labs
- Conducted forensic investigation with EnCase to identify internal data exfiltration, producing audit-ready documentation.
- Built and configured virtual machines to simulate threat analysis, applying MITRE ATT&CK techniques to classify adversary behaviors.
- Triaged simulated SIEM alerts from Alert Logic and Microsoft Defender, refining detection logic and response playbooks.
- Executed man-in-the-middle and SQL injection simulations to expose vulnerabilities and recommend secure coding practices.
- Applied OWASP Top 10 principles to evaluate web application risks and strengthen detection rules.
Timeline
Cybersecurity Analyst and Tech Support
Dynamic Campus Solution
02.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager
Quik Trip
01.2024 - 07.2024
IT Security Analyst and Program Director
Gracie Barra Burleson
05.2022 - 02.2025
Pusher
Black Hawk Transportation
05.2021 - 05.2022
Product Delivery and Assurance
Capsule Portable Storage
04.2020 - 08.2020
B.S. - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University