KaRon Sparks
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Cybersecurity professional with a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity and experience in identity and access management, endpoint support, and vulnerability awareness. U.S. Army veteran skilled in security frameworks and risk management, pursuing an Information Security or Cybersecurity Analyst role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Technician Analyst
Sedgwick Claims Management
Dallas, Texas
06.2021 - Current
- Managed Active Directory accounts to ensure secure user access while enforcing least privilege principles, enhancing overall security posture.
- Resolved authentication and access-related issues for enterprise users, improving access reliability and user satisfaction.
- Support endpoint security through operating system updates, patching, and secure configurations.
- Utilize BeyondTrust to provide secure remote support.
- Perform secure password resets and identity verification.
- Document incidents and technical resolutions to support operational consistency and auditing.
- Assisted with system restores and device hardening activities to enhance system security and resilience.
IT Specialist
Army
Millington, Tennessee
12.2013 - 12.2021
- Configured information systems to meet military security standards.
- Ensured secure IT operations in garrison and deployed environments.
- Ensured compliance with operational security procedures.
- Supported communications infrastructure during overseas deployment.
- Documented IT assets and equipment to maintain accurate inventory.
Advanced Repair Agent
Best Buy
Southaven, Mississippi
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Diagnosed hardware and software issues, ensuring preservation of customer data.
- Verified secure system configurations post-repair to maintain system integrity.
- Installed operating systems and security updates.
- Educated customers on safe computing practices, enhancing their cybersecurity awareness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05-2026
Skills
Identity & Access Management
- Access Control
- Least Privilege
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- CIS Controls
- MITRE ATT&CK
- Incident Response
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Endpoint Security
- Windows Security
Active Directory
- Microsoft 365
- Patch Management
- PowerShell
- BeyondTrust
- Security Policies
- Security
- Systems
- Security Policies
Projects
- Developed enterprise security plans aligned with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
- Conducted risk assessments and vulnerability analysis through coursework.
- Created security control implementation plans.
- Built Active Directory labs focused on identity management and access control.
Timeline
IT Technician Analyst
Sedgwick Claims Management
06.2021 - Current
Advanced Repair Agent
Best Buy
11.2019 - 03.2021
IT Specialist
Army
12.2013 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
Southern New Hampshire University