Vulnerability Management Analyst

Paul Higginbotham

*********@*****.*** • 740-***-**** • Port Orange, FL

Professional Summary

Driven and results-oriented cybersecurity professional with over 8 years of expertise in vulnerability management, risk mitigation, and compliance. Proven ability to develop and implement robust security processes, reduce risk scores by over 98%, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure global operational continuity. Adept at leveraging automation and regulatory frameworks to deliver measurable impact.EXPERIENCE

Pall Corporation

Senior Vulnerability Management Analyst Sep 2018 - Mar 2025

Spearheaded a vulnerability management program that achieved a 98% risk reduction and decreased total vulnerabilities by 96% across a global infrastructure.

Co-designed and institutionalized a standardized vulnerability management framework across multiple operational entities.

Delivered tailored vulnerability metrics to audiences ranging from executives to non-technical staff, fostering cybersecurity awareness and compliance readiness.

Automated detection and remediation workflows using PowerShell, driving efficiency and precision in security operations.

Directed vulnerability management activities across the Western Hemisphere and Asia-Pacific regions, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and certifications.

Collaborated with multinational teams, including Network, Infrastructure, and Manufacturing, to mitigate risks effectively.

Randstad Technologies

System Administrator – 6mo Contract

Mar 2018 - Aug 2018

Managed vulnerability assessments and patch deployments using SCCM, ensuring compliance with enterprise security policies.

Resolved SCCM client-to-site connectivity issues, enhancing system performance and reliability.

Nelnet Inc.

Infrastructure Engineer

Sep 2015 - Feb 2018

Resolved SCCM client-to-site connectivity issues, enhancing system performance and reliability.

Managed virtual infrastructure through VMware vSphere, supporting high-availability systems.

Remediated Windows security vulnerabilities, contributing to enterprise-wide risk mitigation.

Developed PowerShell scripts for automation, optimizing task execution.

Performed analytics on security vulnerabilities to guide strategic remediation efforts.

Zelle Staffing

Infrastructure Engineer

Sep 2014 - Sep 2015

PowerShell AutomationSecurity Vulnerability Analytics

Executed SCCM administration tasks, ensuring seamless software deployment and patching.

Oversaw virtual environments using VMware vSphere to support operational needs.

Enhanced security postures through proactive vulnerability remediation and PowerShell automation.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Cyber Security and Information Assurance 2025

Western Governors University

Associates of Science, Networked Systems Administration 2013

ITT Tech

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

CompTIA PenTest+

Issued Jan 2025

CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)

Issued Jun 2024

CompTIA Project+

Issued Aug 2017

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