AARON GYLL
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience monitoring security events, analyzing logs, and collaborating across teams to triage and respond to incidents. Strong background in law enforcement and training with a foundational understanding of threat detection, SIEM tools, and network defense principles. Currently pursuing a B.S. in Cybersecurity and getting certified in CompTIA Security+.
CYBERSECURITY EXPERIENCE
Cybersecurity Intern / Analyst (Lab-Based & Self-Directed Projects)
San Antonio, TX • Jan 2024 – Present
Monitored alerts via Splunk and ELK in simulated SOC environments
Triaged events, documented alerts, and followed SOC playbooks
Gained hands-on EDR experience and performed basic malware analysis
Built correlation rules and tuned detections using MITRE ATT&CK
Wrote incident reports and tracked threat trends
Work History
Controlled Force - Law Enforcement Instructor
San Antonio, TX
07/2020 - Current
Designed and delivered training curriculum covering over 17 law enforcement topics.
Conducted scenario-based training, enhancing critical decision-making skills.
Evaluated student progress and provided detailed performance reports.
Collaborated on training development to align with current security challenges.
Department of Veterans Affairs Police Department - Sergeant Police Officer
Charleston, SC
08/2019 - 07/2020
Developed training tracking systems using Excel for regulatory compliance.
Managed firearms and defensive tactics training for personnel.
Supervised Active Threat Response programs, ensuring readiness and compliance.
Department of Veterans Affairs Police Department - Lieutenant Police Officer
Reno, NV
01/2013 - 08/2019
Oversaw security operations, including firearms, defensive tactics, and active threat programs.
Conducted policy development, performance evaluations, and community safety initiatives.
Managed responses to emergencies, ensuring public safety and regulatory adherence.
Nevada National Guard - Site Security Manager
Carson City, NV
05/2012 - 01/2013
Managed secure ID issuance and troubleshooting systems.
Supervised military police operations and training programs.
U.S. Army Active Duty - Military Police Officer
Fort Carson, CO
02/2007 - 02/2012
Specialized in tactical operations, including SWAT-level response.
Conducted security training, firearms maintenance, and AWOL apprehensions.
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Education
05/2025
American Military University
Bachelor of Science: Cybersecurity
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity – May 2025
American Military University
CERTIFICATIONS
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701), 2024 (Currently Taking)
FEMA IS-907: Active Shooter Preparedness
TryHackMe: SOC Level 1 Lab Completion
SKILLS & TOOLS
SIEM: Splunk, ELK-EDR: CrowdStrike, Defender
MITRE ATT&CK Incident Response Malware Analysis
Packet Inspection - SOP Writing - Cross-Team Collaboration
Law Enforcement Leadership • Threat Detection • Security Training
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