Tyler Cross

Resilient Cybersecurity Engineer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in threat analysis, intrusion detection, and security protocol development. Excel at problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork, ensuring robust cybersecurity defenses. Focused professional with extensive knowledge of threat detection, prevention and analysis. Leverages expertise in security software and products to build solid it security infrastructure. Detail-oriented leader and proactive communicator dedicated to safeguarding against threats.

SOC Simulation & Incident Response – Home Lab, Built and monitored open-source SIEM infrastructure to detect and triage security alerts in real-time., Reduced average incident response time by 35% by conducting timely triage and root cause analysis of 15+ simulated attacks., Analyzed network traffic and malware behaviors to uncover attack vectors and prevent spread., Threat Detection & Log Analysis Automation, Created Python scripts to automate log file parsing, identifying suspicious activities and reducing manual review time by 50%., Detected and mitigated over 10 simulated credential theft and phishing incidents in lab environment., DOD CyberSentinel Challenge, Participated in real-time security monitoring, log analysis, and vulnerability assessment under pressure., Successfully identified and escalated multiple threats, demonstrating effective SOC skills.