Cybersecurity Associate Analyst with hands-on experience in Security Operations Center (SOC) monitoring, incident response, and compliance. Skilled in tools like MDE, Sentinel1, and ServiceNow, with expertise in regulatory standards such as NIST 800-171 and CMMC. Known for exceptional communication and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring security protocols align with organizational goals. Eager to leverage governance and audit expertise in a Cybersecurity Policy and Compliance Analyst role.
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Kathleen Lindsay
Cybersecurity Associate Analyst
Lees Summit,MO
Summary
Overview
12
years of professional experience
8
Certificates
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
T-MobileOverland Park, Kansas
Cybersecurity Associate Analyst
2021.07 - Current (5 education.years_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
Job overview
- Monitor and analyze approximately 70 alert per day, using tools like MDE and Sentinel1 to identify potential incidents, ensuring swift mitigation and escalation.
- Collaborate across departments to investigate and resolve incidents, aligning with compliance protocols and improving response strategies.
- Contribute to the U.S. Government Customer Information (USGCI) verification team, ensuring compliance with federal security standards for sensitive data access by reviewing approximately 50-100 requests daily.
- Maintain organized documentation of completed work, ensuring easy access to historical records for future reference and/or audits.
- Participates in regular training sessions to stay current on industry trends, improving personal expertise and job performance.
T-MobileFrisco, TX
Service Desk Specialist
2021.07 - 2023.12 (2 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Diagnosed and resolved, approximately 88% as FCR (first call resolution), system functionality issues, streamlining user operations through process improvements.
- Provided technical support for IT systems, addressing hardware, software, and network issues while maintaining compliance with all internal policies.
Global Insights @T-MobileFrisco, TX
Service Desk Specialist
2020.05 - 2021.07 (1 education.year_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Logged and prioritized, approximately 60 tickets daily, IT-related incidents using ServiceNow, ensuring accurate documentation and prompt resolution.
- Assisted users with software installations, configurations, and troubleshooting, ensuring secure and efficient technology use.
Randstad @Signet JewlersCoppell, Texas
Help Desk Specialist
2019.08 - 2020.04 (8 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Resolved 92% FCR for end-user technical issues through detailed troubleshooting and adherence to established protocols.
- Logged all activities to ensure compliance and provide audit-ready documentation.
G4S Secure SoliutionsDallas, TX
Security Site Supervisor
2013.07 - 2019.04 (5 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Supervised operations of three security teams totaling 65 officers roughly, ensuring compliance with security policies and emergency response plans.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement to maintain compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
Education
Colorado Technical UniversityColorado Springs, CO
Bachelor of Science from Cybersecurity Engineering
2024.04 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
University Overview
Colorado Technical UniversityColorado Springs, CO
Master of Science from IT Security Management
2020.01 - 2021.05 (1 education.year_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
University Overview
Colorado Technical UniversityColorado Springs, CO
Master of Science from Project Management
2017.01 - 2018.12 (1 education.year_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
University Overview
Texas Woman's UniversityDenton, TX
Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice & Womens Studies
2011.01 - 2013.12 (2 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
University Overview
Skills
Regulatory Frameworks (NIST, CMMC, PCI)
Risk Management & Auditing
Network security
Risk Management
Security Policy Development
Incident Response & Reporting
Application Support & Vulnerability Testing
Certification
CISSP (Percipio course complete)
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Timeline
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor of Science from Cybersecurity Engineering
2024.04 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Cybersecurity Associate Analyst
T-Mobile
2021.07 - Current (5 education.years_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
Service Desk Specialist
T-Mobile
2021.07 - 2023.12 (2 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
Service Desk Specialist
Global Insights @T-Mobile
2020.05 - 2021.07 (1 education.year_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Colorado Technical University
Master of Science from IT Security Management
2020.01 - 2021.05 (1 education.year_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Help Desk Specialist
Randstad @Signet Jewlers
2019.08 - 2020.04 (8 education.months_Label)
Colorado Technical University
Master of Science from Project Management
2017.01 - 2018.12 (1 education.year_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Security Site Supervisor
G4S Secure Soliutions
2013.07 - 2019.04 (5 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice & Womens Studies
2011.01 - 2013.12 (2 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)