Dale Host
Intelligence Analyst
Fogelsville,PA
Summary
Versatile cybersecurity professional with over 8 years of experience across intelligence operations, cybersecurity, and full stack development. Proficient in threat analysis, AI-based anomaly detection, risk assessment, and ethical hacking. Skilled in building websites, deploying APIs, and scripting solutions in Python to support secure software development and IT modernization. Active TS/SCI clearance and currently pursuing a Master's in Cybersecurity from Liberty University. Adept at working in Agile/DevSecOps environments and aligning technical solutions with DoD security frameworks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Technology Fellow
AFWERX
08.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities while managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or accuracy.
- Contributed to research activities by providing specialist input based on professional expertise, practice, experience, and qualifications.
- Conducted comprehensive IT security audits to ensure adherence to organizational policies and cybersecurity frameworks, identifying gaps and implementing corrective measures to strengthen compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enforce security policies and improve infrastructure resilience, aligning with industry best practices and DoD standards.
Intelligence Operations Supervisor
PA Air National Guard
05.2016 - Current
- Currently has an active TS/SCI Clearance with the Department of Defense.
- Enthusiastically leads a high-performing team of 10+ analysts, ensuring seamless collaboration and effective task execution. Achieving a 80% improvement in task related duties.
- Developed advanced threat intelligence products leveraging frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and the Cyber Kill Chain, enhancing situational awareness and response capabilities.
- Designed and maintained dashboards using SIEM tools (Splunk) to effectively visualize and communicate threat data to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Built and trained a random forest neural network model for predictive analytics using Python, TensorFlow, and Scikit-learn, enhancing overall situational awareness.
- Conducted penetration testing training using tools such as Wireshark, Putty, Nmap, and Tracert, improving vulnerability identification and remediation strategies.
- Collaborated with international partners (NATO) to coordinate intelligence functions, ensuring effective alignment of cyber defense strategies across allied networks.
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Technology
American Military University
05.2001 -
Skills
Leadership & Team Management
Timeline
Technology Fellow
AFWERX
08.2024 - Current
Intelligence Operations Supervisor
PA Air National Guard
05.2016 - Current
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
Liberty University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Technology
American Military University
05.2001 -
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