Megan DeVries
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Underwriter Associate
Amynta Group
10.2023 - Current
- Gathered and analyzed client data—including financial statements, loss runs, safety records, and licensing—to develop risk profiles that informed underwriting decisions.
- Utilized underwriting platforms such as TruStage and AmTrust to process applications, assess risk, and issue policies per company and state guidelines, ensuring compliance.
- Liaised with agents and brokers to obtain documentation, clarify application details, and communicate underwriting decisions and requirements, enhancing overall process efficiency.
Vulnerability Data Analyst
NBCUniversal
Englewood Cliffs, USA
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed risk assessments using Qualys, identifying vulnerabilities and communicating potential impacts to daily operations and critical internal infrastructure at NBC.
- Monitored and researched emerging threats, including zero-day vulnerabilities and newly released patches, to ensure timely awareness and proactive mitigation of evolving cybersecurity risks.
- Collaborated with business stakeholders and the security operations team to reduce security risks through asset inventory management, vulnerability assessments, and patch management best practices.
Lab and Teaching Assistant
Rutgers University - Physics and Computer Science Departments
New Brunswick, USA
10.2015 - 03.2020
- Operated and maintained custom-engineered tools and in-house demonstrations to enhance delivery of advanced physics content in lab instruction.
- Supported physics and computer science subjects through one-on-one programming tutoring and tailored group instruction sessions each week.
- Assisted professors with course preparation and instructional materials.
- Facilitated laboratory sessions, guiding students through experiments.
- Supported grading processes by evaluating student assignments and exams.
SOC Analyst
NBCUniversal
New York, USA
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Utilized security platforms including Splunk, Proofpoint, and Zscaler for network monitoring and conducting security investigations, enhancing overall threat detection capabilities.
- Monitored SIEM to detect and report suspicious activity, delivering OSINT analysis on threats and potential impacts to NBC’s intellectual property.
- Developed Splunk dashboards and automation scripts to accelerate and enhance data gathering for phishing and threat investigations, improving response times and analysis accuracy.
- Collaborated with NBC’s Forensics and Investigations Team to strengthen data loss prevention strategies and enhance threat intelligence reporting accuracy.
- Established new standard operating procedures for key SOC responsibilities, streamlining processes and aligning with industry best practices.
Education
Cybersecurity AAS -
Sussex County Community College
Newton, NJ12-2026
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Policy analysis
- Data gathering and analysis
- Quote preparation
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Client relations
Affiliations
ISC2 New Jersey Chapter
Security Education Volunteer, Member
July 2023 – Present
Vernon Township Emergency Medical Services
First Responder
March 2024 – Present
Certification
• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), ISC2
• CISSP Bootcamp completed
• CISSP Bootcamp completed
Timeline
Underwriter Associate
Amynta Group
10.2023 - Current
Vulnerability Data Analyst
NBCUniversal
06.2019 - 03.2020
SOC Analyst
NBCUniversal
07.2018 - 05.2019
Lab and Teaching Assistant
Rutgers University - Physics and Computer Science Departments
10.2015 - 03.2020
Cybersecurity AAS -
Sussex County Community College