GERROD DAVIS
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Cybersecurity analyst specializing in SOC monitoring, threat hunting, and incident response across cloud, endpoint, and network environments. Reviews security alerts, maps activity to MITRE ATT&CK, and supports CSIRT actions that reduce risk, improve detection, and track remediation through vulnerability management tools and dashboards.
Overview
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1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Cybersecurity Analyst
Booz Allen
10.2023 - Current
- - Monitored security alerts and events 24/7 across network devices, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM platforms to help spot and respond to incidents in real time.
- - Reviewed network security events in Firepower, including traffic activity and IDS alerts, to help identify malicious behavior.
- - Reviewed host activity through Microsoft Azure and M365 security tools, including Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, and Entra ID.
- - Combined security data from multiple sources to identify threats and support CSIRT procedures for risk reduction and incident response.
- - Reviewed threat intelligence and supported proactive threat hunting to identify emerging risks and update IRP content.
- - Supported enterprise operating systems, including Windows and Linux, with working knowledge of Windows Active Directory during incident response.
- - Tracked network communications and routing protocols, including TCP, UDP, ICMP, and BGP, along with common internet protocols and services such as SMTP, DNS, DHCP, SQL, and HTTP/HTTPS.
- - Investigated malware infections, phishing attacks, and unauthorized access attempts while applying corrective and preventive security controls.
- - Mapped observed behaviors and indicators to adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures using MITRE ATT&CK to improve detection and investigation accuracy.
- - Completed proactive vulnerability assessments and remediation activities in alignment with CSIRT guidelines to reduce organizational risk.
- - Performed vulnerability scans across cloud and on-premises environments using Nessus and OpenVAS.
- - Managed vulnerability assessment schedules to support timely scanning, reporting, remediation tracking, and follow-up across enterprise assets.
- - Built and maintained vulnerability management dashboards in Splunk and Jira to monitor risk posture and track remediation trends.
- Investigated suspicious activity across networks, endpoints, and cloud environments.
- Documented vulnerabilities in ticketing systems to ensure timely tracking and resolution of remediation requests.
- Applied risk assessment frameworks to evaluate existing controls and identify security gaps in systems.
- Coordinated with engineers to update firewall and access rules.
- Prepared briefings on threats, findings, and Booz Allen client requirements.
- Monitored network user activities to identify suspicious behavior and mitigate potential security threats.
- Participated in risk assessment exercises designed to identify areas of vulnerability within the organization's IT infrastructure.
- Analyzed network traffic logs, firewall logs, intrusion detection system alerts, and antivirus reports to identify potential threats.
- Responded promptly to cyber incidents by analyzing attack signatures, isolating affected systems, and restoring normal operations.
- Created detailed incident reports following a successful breach or other security event.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of evolving cybersecurity trends and technologies.
- Provided training on various topics related to cybersecurity awareness and best practices.
- Designed, implemented, and maintained security systems and controls.
Senior Research Analyst
Xcelerate Solutions
Clarksburg, West Virginia
10.2019 - 06.2023
- Facilitated handling of top secret information through SIEM operations, Sentinel use, Windows 10 desktops, Microsoft Office programs, and Active Directory tasks; submitted weekly reports ahead of deadline.
- Executed troubleshooting of Windows desktop systems and FBI network protocols, providing 24/7 support for homeland security measures.
- Managed KVM switches and information security tools to ensure secure and efficient operations.
- Used Client Tracking and Communication System (CTCS) software to locate and access information across researched programs requiring strong technical skill.
Data Technician
Leon County Jail
Tallahassee, Florida
04.2015 - 04.2019
- Reviewed data from CJIS, NCIC, and FCI systems to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintained secure handling of sensitive jail records and detainee information, ensuring confidentiality and integrity of records.
- Monitored daily activity logs, control systems, sally ports, and security entrances within detention facility while maintaining secure handling of jail records and detainee information.
- Prepared and routed booking reports and related information to appropriate destinations, facilitating timely access for authorized personnel.
- Entered prisoner arrest information into computerized booking system.
Education
B.S - Criminology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL09-2015
Skills
- Incident response and analysis
- Incident response
- Threat intelligence analysis
- Threat intelligence
- Vulnerability management
- SIEM: Splunk and QRadar
- SIEM monitoring
- Microsoft Azure security tools
- Endpoint detection and response
- Network security monitoring
- Log analysis
- Log analysis and packet capture
- Network monitoring
- Web application security awareness
- Penetration testing
- Secure coding
- Scripting: Bash and Ansible
- Active Directory management
- Active Directory
- Identity and Access management
- Networking protocols analysis
- Operating systems
- Ticketing systems
- Security monitoring
- Incident analysis
Certification
- CompTIA Security+ ce
- CompTIA CySA+ ce
- CompTIA SecAI+
- CompTIA Security Analytics Professional – CSAP
Clearance Level:
TS/SCI/POLY
Languages
English
Timeline
Sr. Cybersecurity Analyst
Booz Allen
10.2023 - Current
Senior Research Analyst
Xcelerate Solutions
10.2019 - 06.2023
Data Technician
Leon County Jail
04.2015 - 04.2019
B.S - Criminology
Florida State University