Scott Blasing
Charleston,ME
Summary
Results-driven security professional with a data-centric approach to problem-solving. I excel at identifying, quantifying, and mitigating challenges of any kind by leveraging already existing data sources and making recommendations for new ones. Adept at tackling complex issues and finding innovative solutions where others see roadblocks. Passionate about coding, automating, building, and implementing security solutions, I thrive in environments that value action and efficiency. Eager to learn and expand my skillset to achieve goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Security Operations Engineer
LastPass
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with IT teams to integrate security measures into software development processes, enhancing overall application security.
- Reviewed logs regularly to detect suspicious activity patterns before they escalate into full-blown incidents, enabling rapid response efforts when necessary.
- Developed comprehensive security policies and procedures for the organization, resulting in improved protection against potential threats.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for their potential impact on organizational security posture, recommending appropriate solutions as needed.
Senior Specialist, Security Analyst
KPMG US
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Identified processes that could be improved and made recommendations to save time and improve alert fidelity
- Acted as a point of escalation within my team for technical matters when more expertise was required
- Worked across multiple levels within KPMG to assist the team with separating important and urgent matters to support time management and meet SLA's
- Tested emerging technologies, such as iterative artificial intelligence, and made recommendations on how it could be utilized to automate repetitive tasks
Information Security Specialist
Grow Financial Federal Credit Union
07.2018 - 12.2022
- Performed analysis across local and cloud environments using SIEM
- Triaged alerts for both internal and external threats and took remediation action where necessary
- Designed and implemented alert rules in various security products while performing analysis on logs to increase alert fidelity and reduce false positives
- Supported internal and external security reviews, audits and control evaluations
- Collaborated closely with senior leaders to advise on appropriate risk management and mitigation while maintaining client support
- Managed implementation of new systems, coordinating closely with internal personnel and outside vendors
Support Technician
Snowcloud Services
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Built custom application to generate invoices using data stored in secondary data repository
- Audited firewall, antivirus, and content management policies to proactively reduce malware threats
- Performed security audits of customer networks and endpoints to protect data and meet security requirements such as HIPAA and PCI
- Installed, Configured, and Maintained assets including Workstations, Servers, Routers, Switches, Access Points, and IoT devices
- The operating systems included Windows and Linux
- Configured both site to site VPNs and L2TP client to server VPN's to enable remote access for clients
Industrial Engineering Technician
Advance Auto Parts
10.2015 - 05.2016
- Promoted to this position shortly after I moved into the distribution center
- Assisted with development, maintenance and standardized execution of work instructions, SOPs and training documentation
- Analyzed and improved existing procedures to improve efficiency and safety
- Performed data analysis to provide visibility into site production and deliver key data to shift managers
- This data allowed for production and workload estimates to take place
- Used query data to measure effectiveness of procedure modifications
Warehouse Worker
Advance Auto Parts
05.2015 - 10.2015
- This position allowed me to attend college Monday through Thursday, while working Friday thru Sunday
- Kept aisles clean, orderly and hazard-free
- Assisted with safe housekeeping procedures, maintaining clean work stations and areas
- Ensured timely selection of products to serve stores statewide
Retail Parts Professional
Advance Auto Parts
07.2010 - 05.2015
- Provided parts information to customers, including substitutions or modifications to address out-of-stock items
- Identified proper replacement parts by inspecting old parts, leveraging parts knowledge, and performing research through manufacturers and other sources
- Displayed merchandise in retail areas to promote sales and introduce new products
Education
Bachelor of Science - BS - Information Technology, Software Application Programming
01.2017
Associate of Science - AS - Sciences, General
01.2016
Skills
- Identity and Access management
- Cloud security proficiency
- Operating system hardening
- Incident response management
- Ethical hacking techniques
- Vulnerability assessment
- Data loss prevention techniques
- Incident response
Certification
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Timeline
Senior Security Operations Engineer - LastPass
01.2024 - 02.2025
Senior Specialist, Security Analyst - KPMG US
01.2023 - 01.2024
Information Security Specialist - Grow Financial Federal Credit Union
07.2018 - 12.2022
Support Technician - Snowcloud Services
08.2016 - 05.2018
Industrial Engineering Technician - Advance Auto Parts
10.2015 - 05.2016
Warehouse Worker - Advance Auto Parts
05.2015 - 10.2015
Retail Parts Professional - Advance Auto Parts
07.2010 - 05.2015
Bay Mills Community College - Associate of Science - AS, Sciences, General
Colorado Technical University - Bachelor of Science - BS, Information Technology, Software Application Programming
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