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I'm a Cloud Security Engineer with a double major in Cyber Security and DevOps. Looking to apply my skills on complex systems to strengthen the defense posture of organizations. I love writing code and finding ways to leverage automation to increase efficiency and solve problems.

  • Fullname: Jordan Slack
  • Job: Cybersecurity and DevOps Engineer
  • Website: slackerhacker.us
  • Email: slack.jordan@outlook.com
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Results-oriented security professional with expertise in Azure security and Microsoft Sentinel. Skilled in scripting with Python and PowerShell to find creative ways to automate solutions. Experienced in migrating from ARM deployments to Terraform and Ansible playbook creation. Double major in DevOps and Cybersecurity and seeking an opportunity to leverage skills and knowledge as well as continue professional growth within the DevSecOps space.

Work Experience

Cloud Security Engineer

August 2023 - Present

Dataprise

  • Azure Security Implementation: Spearheaded development of a robust cloud security architecture across multiple client environments, focusing on Azure Sentinel for advanced threat detection and response.
  • Automation and IaC Deployment: Automated ARM template deployments and transitioned to Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC) best practices, enhancing operational efficiency and security posture. Created Ansible playbooks for centralized configuration management and patch cycling.
  • Network Security Management: Configured VPN tunnels and syslog relays in Azure, ensuring secure data transmission and efficient CrowdStrike and firewall log ingestion.
  • Linux System Administration: Utilized Bash and PowerShell scripts to maintain and automate tasks across a vast inventory of Linux VMs, improving system reliability and performance.

    • Security Operations Engineer

    January 2022 - June 2023

    ReliaQuest

  • SIEM Solutions Expertise: Resolved complex issues in SIEM technologies (Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm). Configured and troubleshot multiple SIEM technologies and integrated log sources.
  • Vendor Collaboration: Acted as a liaison with technology vendors to resolve critical issues, enhancing customer environments' security and performance.
  • Linux and Network Troubleshooting: Diagnosed and rectified Linux server and networking problems, employing Bash scripting for efficient problem-solving.

    • Cybersecurity Engineer

    January 2021 - Present

    Spectrum Brands

  • Security Dashboard Development: Led creation of security management dashboards, integrating vulnerability scanners and compliance reporting tools for enhanced visibility and control. Created with Power BI and custom Python scripts to pull and organize data.
  • Automation with Scripting: Developed Python scripts to automate security reporting through API calls from security tools, significantly reducing manual effort and improving accuracy.
  • Code Collaboration: Leveraged GitHub repositories and Git CLI for collaborative development, ensuring high code quality and efficient project management.

    • Team Captain

    2022

    Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition

  • Defend and configure network services from working penetration testers in a simulated attack for 8 hours.
  • Create and harden firewall rules and policies.
  • Respond to injects from management and provide documentation of completion.
  • Create reports for detected intrusions.
  • Provide updates on incident response.
  • Use digital forensics methods to identify threat actors and their activities on the network.

    • Education

    Associates Degree - Cybersecurity

    September 2020 - May 2022

    Madison College

    • Related coursework:

    Threat Hunting and Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Linux Server Security, Security Design, Firewalls and Networking.

    Associates - DevOps

    September 2020 - May 2023

    Madison College

    • Related coursework:

    Amazon Web Services [AWS] and Azure Administration, Development Operations, Advanced Scripting for Cloud, Python Programing.

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    Where I'm Located

    Las Vegas NV

    Email Me At

    slack.jordan@outlook.com

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    Phone: (608) 636 3886