James Grey
Atlanta,GA
Summary
With proven experience and extensive knowledge in risk management and information security, I possess a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity mitigation strategies. My background as a technology researcher in information technology, information security, risk management, and IT audits has provided me with a broad perspective on implementing the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. I am proficient in Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, data analytics, procurement, project management, and Agile methodologies, making me well-equipped to excel in any role that requires expertise in these areas.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Information Security Specialist
TD Bank
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Spearheaded incident response efforts using level III Security Operations Center, mitigating the zero-day Logj4 malware attack
- Leveraged tools such as Confluence, SharePoint, Kanban, Jira, and Splunk to identify and address security vulnerabilities
- Implemented security frameworks, including NIST CSF 800-53, 800-37, ISO 2700, 27001, 27002, 27003, and GDPR compliance
- Managed firewall, monitored SIEM tools, and network security operations, ensuring enterprise-wide cyber resilience
- Quantified KPIs and metrics related to IT Security and collaborated findings with Senior Management to drive strategic decisions
Incident Response Manager/Security Systems Administrator
Convergys
02.1998 - 09.2019
- Monitored enterprise network systems for security threats, utilizing tools like SolarWinds and Dynatrace
- Documented security incidents and recommended mitigation strategies for system vulnerabilities
- Conducted penetration testing and threat assessments to enhance IT security posture
IT Change Manager
TD Bank
07.2022 - 11.2004
- Led enterprise-wide implementation of TD’s New Evolution of Work (N.E.W.), optimizing agile transformation
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve change management processes and governance
- Provided mentorship to interns on information security and change management best practices
- Assisted in drafting IT policies and procedures to enhance security and compliance frameworks
- Exploited product management tools such as Asana, Confluence, Jira, and Kanban
Indirect Fire Infantryman
US Army
01.2002 - 07.2004
- Led a five-member team in risk management, intelligence gathering, and strategic security operations
- Conducted security briefings for federal agencies, analyzing emerging threats
- Developed operational risk assessments to safeguard critical missions and national security threats
Education
Master of Science - Information Security and Assurance
Strayer University
03.2025
GCC Project Management Professional -
Google Career Certificate
02.2025
B.S. - Criminal Justice/Cybersecurity Management
Strayer University
01.2020
Law Enforcement Academy / State of Florida Law Enforcement Certification -
Seminole State College
08.2009
Skills
- IT Security Analytics
- IT Risk Management
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Archer
- Confluence
- SharePoint
- Jira Projects/Dashboards
- Metasploit
- SQL Injection
- Wireshark
- Kali Linux
- Kanban Projects/Dashboards
Certification
- (ISC)2 SSCP
- CompTIA CASP+
- CompTIA CySA+
- CompTIA Network+
- IBM Data Analytics
- Google Project Management
- Cribli Log Stream
- Splunk Visualization
- Microsoft Azure
Awards
- President’s List 8th
- Dean’s List 5th
- Honors Award 6th
- Army Accommodation Medal
- Good Conduct Medal
- Army Service Medal
Accomplishments
Aissted intransforming TD's Bank way of work to empower associates to be more productive in their daily task by implementing Agile and non traditional agile methodologies, and managing those changes which in turn increased earnings over a billion dollars, and a high customer satisfaction rate.
Affiliations
Strayer University Alumi
Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society
Timeline
IT Change Manager
TD Bank
07.2022 - 11.2004
Senior Information Security Specialist
TD Bank
10.2020 - 07.2022
Indirect Fire Infantryman
US Army
01.2002 - 07.2004
Incident Response Manager/Security Systems Administrator
Convergys
02.1998 - 09.2019
Master of Science - Information Security and Assurance
Strayer University
GCC Project Management Professional -
Google Career Certificate
B.S. - Criminal Justice/Cybersecurity Management
Strayer University
Law Enforcement Academy / State of Florida Law Enforcement Certification -
Seminole State College