Jason Granger
Tampa,FL
Summary
Experienced Senior Cybersecurity Engineer with 10 years of expertise in safeguarding enterprise networks and systems. Proven track record in directing teams and spearheading strategic security initiatives. Seeking to transition into a cybersecurity management position to align technical operations with business goals, implement transformative security strategies, and provide leadership to cross-functional teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. IT Security Engineer
Franklin Templeton
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Execute comprehensive security evaluations of target companies, identifying vulnerabilities and performing gap analyses against established policies and tools to support strategic decision-making and risk mitigation
- Collaborate with target companies to design and implement remediation initiatives for audit findings from external penetration tests and compromise assessments, bolstering security postures and maintaining stakeholder confidence
- Ensure robust incident response preparedness during pre- and post-integration phases, overseeing the seamless transition to advanced solutions such as CrowdStrike EDR, Tenable, and Abnormal Security, and aligning with onsite SOC operations to protect critical business assets
- Work closely with project managers and target companies to develop comprehensive integration plans that secure IT systems while facilitating smooth business mergers and operational continuity
- Partner with internal teams to deliver targeted cybersecurity training and communications, empowering target companies with the knowledge to ensure a seamless and secure integration process
Sr. Cyber Security Engineer
Ashley Furniture Industries
06.2020 - 05.2024
- Spearheaded the establishment of a comprehensive Cyber Security program, aligning policy reviews with strategic business objectives
- Directed and mentored a team of four security analysts, driving performance through regular annual reviews and targeted professional development
- Led the strategic migration from Cylance to SentinelOne EDR, including the rollout of an advanced SentinelOne firewall to enhance workstation security
- Co-managed the deployment of QRoC SIEM, ensuring seamless integration and analysis of business-critical log data for improved decision-making
- Orchestrated enterprise-wide vulnerability assessments with Rapid7, delivering executive dashboards and weekly risk reports to inform strategic business actions
- Efficiently executed Legal E-Discovery requests, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and business continuity
- Oversaw SecureLink device management to facilitate secure third-party/vendor connectivity within the manufacturing sector, safeguarding critical business operations
- Utilized Abnormal Security to manage and mitigate email security events, strengthening overall corporate communications security
- Managed DNSSEC policies through Cisco Umbrella, reinforcing network integrity and supporting business resilience
- Implemented strategic recommendations to boost cyber resilience across mission-critical, global enterprise systems
- Evaluated vendor CAIQs for SaaS platforms and integrations, ensuring compliance and mitigating third-party risk
- Assisted with PCI audits and addressed audit findings, enhancing compliance and protecting financial operations
Sr. Security Engineer
Bloomin’ Brands
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Streamline and secure the PKI environment by decommissioning outdated wildcard certificates, reducing risk and supporting a robust security posture
- Facilitate the deployment and training of Duo multi-factor authentication across home office and restaurant locations, strengthening access controls and operational efficiency
- Oversee CyberArk password safe access for new hires, ensuring a seamless and secure integration process
- Support PCI audit initiatives and proactively address findings to maintain regulatory compliance and bolster stakeholder confidence
Specialist IS Sec. Engineer
Amgen
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Serve as the subject matter expert for the QRadar SIEM solution, overseeing daily operations and ensuring the system delivers actionable security intelligence that supports strategic risk management
- Lead the deployment of business-critical log sources, enhancing data visibility and enabling informed decision-making across the organization
- Mentor SOC analysts and senior engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence across security disciplines
SIEM Security Engineer
FIS
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Served as the subject matter expert for the QRadar SIEM solution, driving strategic security operations by ensuring optimal system performance, effective capacity management, and the development and tuning of custom rules to support business risk management and informed decision-making
- Directed the implementation of business-critical log sources and optimized data parsing using DSM editor, enhancing the accuracy of security insights and operational intelligence
- Developed and delivered targeted training and guidance to SOC analysts, bolstering team capabilities and aligning security practices with overarching business objectives
IT Security Engineer
WellCare
06.2016 - 01.2018
- Spearheaded the strategic expansion of the QRadar platform, deploying and configuring advanced Forensics and PCAP appliances to enhance incident detection and investigation capabilities, thereby strengthening business resilience
- Leveraged Bluecoat to implement robust web filtering, ensuring secure, efficient access to approved sites and reducing potential operational disruptions
- Directed the management of internal and external PKI environments, streamlining certificate creation and distribution processes to secure communications and support compliance
- Acted as the subject matter expert for the Cisco IronPort email security solution, driving operational excellence and system upgrades to safeguard corporate communications
- Delivered comprehensive training and mentorship to security analysts across multiple platforms, boosting team performance and aligning security operations with strategic business objectives
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Tech Management, Concentration CyberSec Risk & Defense
St Petersburg College
Cybersecurity Certificate - undefined
St. Petersburg College
Certification
- CISSP
- CISM
- AWS Solutions Architect – Associate (expired)
- AWS Security Specialty (expired)
- Cisco CCNA, CCNA-Security (expired)
- CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+ (expired)
Timeline
Sr. IT Security Engineer
Franklin Templeton
05.2024 - 02.2025
Sr. Cyber Security Engineer
Ashley Furniture Industries
06.2020 - 05.2024
Sr. Security Engineer
Bloomin’ Brands
10.2019 - 03.2020
Specialist IS Sec. Engineer
Amgen
05.2018 - 10.2019
SIEM Security Engineer
FIS
02.2018 - 05.2018
IT Security Engineer
WellCare
06.2016 - 01.2018
Cybersecurity Certificate - undefined
St. Petersburg College
Bachelor of Applied Science - Tech Management, Concentration CyberSec Risk & Defense
St Petersburg College
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