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Jared McCray

Cybersecurity Analyst
Atlanta,MI
Jared McCray

Summary

Highly motivated and detail-oriented Analyst with a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and practices. Proficient in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents using industry-standard tools and frameworks. Demonstrated ability to handle security events, conduct thorough investigations, and implement effective remediation strategies. Certified in Security+ with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.


Overview

3
years of professional experience
23
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification

Work History

UKG
Atlanta, GA

Product Support Specialist
09.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve product bugs and errors, ensuring smooth user experience
  • Created and maintained comprehensive documentation and knowledge base articles to assist in troubleshooting common product issues
  • Reduced ticket resolution time by 25% through improved processes and enhanced user satisfaction by 15% with targeted training sessions.

Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, Georgia

Cybersecurity Internship
01.2023 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Hands on experience using security tools such as Wireshark, Nmap, and Metasploit
  • Detected and analyzed over 50 simulated threats using SIEM tools, improving incident response efficiency by 20%.
  • Conducted vulnerability assessments on 10+ systems, identifying and documenting critical risks with actionable remediation steps.

Encore Global
Atlanta, GA

Support Technician
10.2021 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Configured and maintained over 50 AV systems and peripherals, enhancing reliability and client satisfaction by 20%.
  • Configured and programmed control systems for seamless operation of audio visual systems
  • Troubleshot and resolved technical issues related to audio video equipment and signal distribution

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA

Undergraduate Certification from Cybersecurity and Network Security
05.2001 - 12.2023

University Overview

  • Hands on experience using security tools such as Wireshark, Nmap, and Metasploit
  • Knowledge in PHP, Python and HTML
  • Additional hands-on skills include: systems administration, network security, cryptography, virtualization, cloud deployment, and web development

Skills

Systems Administration

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Certification

CompTIA Security+ - CompTIA.

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Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of creating new SIEM alerts

Interests

Ethical Hacking

Bug Bounty Hunting

Capture The Flag (CTF) Competitions

Software

SQL

Kubernetes

Splunk

Metasploit

Snort

Burpsuite

Nessus

Microsoft Azure

Linux

Python

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

RemoteHybridOn-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home optionPaid time off401k matchPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company Retreats

Timeline

CompTIA Security+ - CompTIA.

10-2023
Cybersecurity Internship
Georgia Institute of Technology
01.2023 - 06.2023
Product Support Specialist
UKG
09.2022 - Current
Support Technician
Encore Global
10.2021 - 01.2023
Georgia Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Certification from Cybersecurity and Network Security
05.2001 - 12.2023
Jared McCrayCybersecurity Analyst