Zion Boggan
Memphis,Tennessee
Summary
SOC Analyst I with 1+ years of hands-on experience monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity threats across enterprise environments. Proven background in SIEM/XDR monitoring, endpoint security, phishing analysis, vulnerability tracking, and incident response within a 24/7 SOC. Strong understanding of network architecture, Windows systems, security policies, and regulatory frameworks including NIST and CMMC. Known for strong customer service skills, sound judgment, and the ability to follow and enforce security procedures in regulated environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SOC Analyst I
Cyber Guards
05.2025 - Current
- Monitored and triaged 150–300+ alerts per shift across SIEM and XDR platforms covering endpoint, network, email, identity, and cloud environments, reducing false positives by ~35%.
- Investigated 50–80 phishing, malware, and AV alerts weekly, validating threats with 95%+ accuracy and supporting containment and remediation efforts.
- Responded to 10–20 security incidents per week by collecting logs, analyzing timelines, and escalating confirmed threats, improving MTTR by ~20%.
- Identified anomalies and policy violations, maintaining 100% SOP compliance and consistent incident documentation.
- Tracked and validated 100+ vulnerability remediation actions, supporting a 90%+ on-time patching rate.
- Maintained accurate tickets, daily reports, and incident records for 100% of assigned cases, ensuring stakeholder visibility.
- Collaborated with senior analysts and cross-functional teams to support security operations and policy adherence.
Junior Cyber Security Analyst
Cyber Guards
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Supported senior analysts with alert validation, log review, and incident documentation in a managed security services environment.
- Assisted with monitoring antivirus, endpoint security, and email-based threats.
- Developed strong problem-solving judgment by following escalation paths and observing incident response workflows.
- Provided operational and customer service support to maintain SOC readiness and service quality.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Relationship Banker
Bank of America
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Answered customer questions and explained available services such as deposit accounts, bonds, and securities.
- Maintained in-depth product and service knowledge for well-informed customer advice.
- Retained existing customers and developed new customer relationships
- Verified all transactions, placed holds as appropriate and checked cash drawer upon completion of work day to ensure compliance with Bank of America standards policies.
- Preformed daily digital security checks within banking systems to ensure optimal operational security
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Georges Independent School
Collierville, TN05-2021
Skills
- SIEM & Log Analysis (Microsoft Sentinel, Stellar Cyber)
- Endpoint Security & Malware Detection (SentinelOne, Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, Stellar Cyber, Securonix)
- Phishing Analysis & User Awareness
- Network Security & Architecture Fundamentals
- Vulnerability Management & Remediation Tracking
- Windows OS & Windows Server Administration
- Security Policies, SOPs & Compliance Support
- NIST RMF SP 800-171 CMMC (Foundational Exposure)
- Customer Service & End-User Support
- On-Call Troubleshooting & Escalation
- Incident response
- Network monitoring
- Threat hunting
- Vulnerability assessment
Certification
- CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570 IAT Level II Aligned)
- SentinelOne Incident Responder
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
Timeline
SOC Analyst I
Cyber Guards
05.2025 - Current
Junior Cyber Security Analyst
Cyber Guards
07.2024 - 05.2025
Relationship Banker
Bank of America
08.2023 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
St. Georges Independent School
Technical Environment
- Security Tools: Microsoft Sentinel, Stellar Cyber, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender, Securonix
- Operating Systems: Windows 10, Windows Server, Linux (Debian), macOS
- Scripting & Automation: Python (basic), PowerShell (foundational), JSON, Regex
- Networking: Network architecture fundamentals, traffic analysis, firewall concepts
Eligibility
U.S. work authorized | Able to support on-call rotations | Comfortable in regulated and compliance-driven environments