JESUS ABRAHAM MORALES HERRERA
Waterford,MI
Summary
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Cybersecurity Engineer with 7+ years of combined experience in IT support, QA testing, and secure software development. Proven ability to harden systems, perform vulnerability assessments, and automate security tasks using Python and PowerShell. Adept at working cross-functionally to reduce risks, respond to incidents, and improve security posture. Certified in Security+, CySA+, Network+, and Azure Fundamentals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software Developer / QA Tester Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
01.2022 - Current
- Automated security testing scripts in Python to detect input validation flaws and insecure endpoints.
- Collaborated with DevSecOps team to integrate static code analysis tools into CI/CD pipelines.
- Performed manual and automated testing on authentication modules.
- Documented security test cases based on OWASP Top 10.
- Assisted in incident response drills and phishing simulations.
IT System Analyst
Dynamic Technology
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Deployed firewalls and endpoint protection tools across systems.
- Led internal audits on access controls.
- Created SOPs for data protection and secure file transfer.
- Supported VPN and MFA solutions for remote users.
- Maintained patch management processes minimizing CVEs.
Tech Support Analyst
Concentrix
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Resolved escalated tickets involving login failures and phishing.
- Conducted password resets in Active Directory.
- Trained junior analysts on cybersecurity hygiene.
- Logged recurring issues and escalated patterns.
- Promoted secure troubleshooting workflows.
Education
B.A. - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University
06.2025
Skills
- Tools & Platforms: Wireshark, Nmap, Metasploit, Nessus, Burp Suite, Azure, Windows/Linux, Active Directory
- Languages: Python, Bash, JavaScript, Java
- Concepts: OSI Model, Zero Trust, MFA, Encryption, Cloud Security, OWASP, SIEM
Certification
- CompTIA Security+ (2024)
- CompTIA CySA+ (2024)
- CompTIA Network+ (2024)
- CompTIA A+ (2024)
- Cisco Cybersecurity Specialist (2024)
- ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) (2024)
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (2024)
- Microsoft Security, Compliance & Identity Fundamentals (2024)
- ITIL v4 Foundations (2024)
- Project+ (Expected June 2025)
Languages
English (Fluent)
Spanish (Native)
Japanese (Beginner)
Hobbies and Interests
Cybersecurity labs (TryHackMe, Hack The Box), Guitar & piano, Gaming, Hiking with laptop & coding in nature.
Core Competencies
- Vulnerability Assessment & Remediation
- Endpoint Security & Network Hardening
- Penetration Testing & Malware Analysis
- Python & Bash Scripting
- Log Analysis & Threat Detection (SIEM)
- Firewall & Access Control Configuration
- Incident Response & Risk Mitigation
- Compliance: NIST, ISO, GDPR, SOC 2
- Azure Cloud Security | Cisco Networking
Timeline
Software Developer / QA Tester Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
01.2022 - Current
IT System Analyst
Dynamic Technology
02.2019 - 12.2021
Tech Support Analyst
Concentrix
01.2018 - 02.2019
B.A. - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University