Thomas Burton
Dearborn Heights,MI
Summary
Cyber Security Analyst with extensive expertise in operational risk management, specializing in threat detection and incident response. Proficient in implementing cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and ISO/IEC 27001, supported by foundational training that enhances practical application. CompTIA Security+ certified, reflecting a strong commitment to upholding rigorous security and risk mitigation standards. Proven ability to leverage analytical skills to identify vulnerabilities and develop strategic solutions that effectively protect organizational assets, backed by 7 years of investigative experience in high-pressure environments from a policing background.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cybersecurity Apprentice
Evolve Security Academy
07.2025 - Current
- Deployed AWS VPC infrastructure with public and private subnets; configured and secured a LAMP stack on a public-facing server.
- Analyzed network traffic and security events using Wireshark, Zeek, Windows Event Logs, Splunk, and the ELK Stack.
- Built dashboards and visualizations in Splunk and Kibana to identify indicators of compromise (IoCs).
- Conducted security assessments and evaluated compliance with NIST SP 800, CIS Critical Security Controls, and ISO/IEC 27001.
- Performed web application security testing using Burp Suite, Nikto, DirBuster, and Python scripts; utilized Kali Linux and Metasploit in lab environments.
Cybersecurity Analyst
Board Source
Washington DC
12.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted external/internal vulnerability assessment utilizing tools: Nmap, Nessus, BurpSuite, Nikto, and Dirbuster.
- Analyzed Nessus scan results, identified critical vulnerabilities, and assigned risk ratings for recommended controls.
- Utilized OSINT techniques and created phishing campaign using GoPhish to assess security awareness of the employees.
- Presented assessment report including an executive summary, detailed findings, and recommendations to the CISO.
Deputy Sheriff
Oakland County Sheriff's Office
Pontiac, MI
08.2022 - 01.2025
- Led incident investigations daily, applying forensic techniques and chain-of-custody protocols that directly translate to cyber threat analysis and digital evidence handling.
- Authored several hundred detailed reports with actionable findings and risk mitigation recommendations, mirroring incident report documentation and compliance standards in cybersecurity environments.
- Executed high-stakes response procedures during emergency situations, enhancing readiness for cyber incident response and crisis communication under pressure.
Police Officer
Detroit Police Department
Detroit, MI
04.2017 - 08.2022
- Enforced traffic laws and conducted routine patrols to ensure community safety.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance and support to citizens in distress.
- Prepared detailed incident reports, documenting findings accurately for legal proceedings.
- Collaborated with community members to build trust and enhance public safety initiatives.
Education
Security+ Certification -
CompTIA
Certificate in Cyber Security -
Evolve Security Academy
(ESCP) Evolve Security Certified Professional Certification -
Evolve Security Academy
No Degree - Engineering
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MISkills
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Deploying and configuring VPCs
- SIEM (Security Information and Event Management)
- Risk assessment
- Incident response
- Digital forensics
- Windows Event Log analysis
- Network monitoring and intrusion detection
- MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Linux systems administration
- Network traffic analysis
- NIST CSF and CIS Top 18
Timeline
Cybersecurity Analyst
Board Source
12.2025 - 12.2025
Cybersecurity Apprentice
Evolve Security Academy
07.2025 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Oakland County Sheriff's Office
08.2022 - 01.2025
Police Officer
Detroit Police Department
04.2017 - 08.2022
Security+ Certification -
CompTIA
Certificate in Cyber Security -
Evolve Security Academy
(ESCP) Evolve Security Certified Professional Certification -
Evolve Security Academy
No Degree - Engineering
Schoolcraft College