Kevin Landry

• Placed 4th out of 12 D1 schools in the NSWC Dahlgren C.R.A.M. competition, building the core packet-analysis module
• Built and managed custom CLI-based Cowrie honeypots from scratch, integrating Python automation for session capture and parsing
• Engineered an AI-driven SOC Analyst using Python and GPT to enrich logs, generate alerts, and surface IOCs in real time
• Analyzed 3,000+ attacker sessions for threat intelligence and detection-engineering insights, improving playbook coverage by 40%
• Developed Python scripts to automate log parsing, IOC extraction, and alert delivery via Slack and email workflows
• Designed adversary-emulation playbooks and led peer training sessions on IR tactics and blue-team exercises
• Authored technical guides and threat-intelligence reports, published publicly to support the security community
• Developed and implemented security protocols to safeguard decoy sensitive data against cyber threats.
• Evaluated emerging security technologies, recommending appropriate tools to enhance Cloud defense capabilities.
• Bolstered Cloud network security by designing and deploying sophisticated firewall and intrusion detection systems.
• Created custom security information and event management (SIEM) systems for real-time security monitoring integrating Splunk and Shodan API's.

• Honorably discharged following a catastrophic active-duty injury; completed multi-year physical and neurological rehabilitation
• Undertook self-directed study in Python, Linux administration, and foundational cybersecurity concepts—building hands-on labs and homebrew tooling
• Developed and maintained a GitHub portfolio of security projects (honeypots, log-parsing scripts, AI-driven SIEM prototypes)
• Secured acceptance into an accelerated B.S. Computer Science – Cybersecurity program and graduated Cum Laude in six continuous terms
• Mentored study groups in Security+ and eJPT exam prep, fostering peer skill development and a 90%+ pass rate

• Managed Top Secret encryption keys and secure network access for ships and command centers; zero breaches.
• Led secure communications for shipboard and multi-agency operations; ensured constant uptime and data integrity.
• Supervised and mentored up to 15 junior personnel per shift; drove team performance and advancement.
• Acted as senior operations leader and watch supervisor during critical missions; ensured safety and mission success.
• Piloted mobile identity verification and biometric authentication tech with federal agencies (FBI, ICE, CGIS, CBP, DHS, FURA).
• Drafted operational briefings and tactical reports; recognized for clear, effective communication.
• Selected for high-visibility roles: Lead Petty Officer, Assistant Top Secret Control Officer, Physical Security Manager.
• Maintained absolute integrity and impartiality; repeatedly endorsed for judgment, reliability, and moral character.
• Awards: CG Achievement Medal (Operational), GWOT Expeditionary Medal (Iraq), Humanitarian Service Medal, Special Ops Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal (x2), Sea Service Ribbon (x2).

George Mason’s AIT: Cybersecurity grooms future tech leaders to design, justify, develop, manage, and sustain mega-systems—from data to decision—in private and federal sectors
• High-quality curriculum preparing students for impactful cybersecurity careers
• Active GitHub contributor since May 2025 with projects in honeypots, AI-driven SIEM, and detection engineering
• Extracurricular: Innovating novel solutions to diverse

cybersecurity threat vectors.

• Selected to participate in the 2025 USCC Cyber Camp East intensive training
• Placed 2nd in the Eastern Region CTF competition among 50+ teams
• Invited to serve as a Teaching Assistant for the USCC Cyber Camp West session—co-designing labs and mentoring new participants
• Specialized focus: Linux forensics, Windows forensics, and malware programming analysis
• Demonstrated teamwork and initiative by generating daily overview reports for all classmates, creating an easily accessible content library for future reference
• Awarded the E-Council Ethical Hacking Essentials (EHE) scholarship for my 2nd place finish, recognizing demonstrated cybersecurity potential and academic excellence

• Selected for a highly competitive, 8-week cyber traineeship with GMU’s CCI NoVa Node; earned a $7,200 stipend for full attendance
• Completed in-person orientation and 35 hours/week of virtual labs covering SOC monitoring, log analysis, incident response, and threat hunting
• Collaborated on hands-on projects with industry mentors: built SIEM dashboards in Splunk, conducted vulnerability scans, and authored blue-team playbooks
• Engaged in peer‐review sessions and exit feedback surveys, contributing insights to refine the CCI curriculum and future cohorts