Cybersecurity Analyst
Resume:
Tara Lightner
Cybersecurity Compliance Engineer
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SUMMARY
• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity (GPA 3.9)
• 5+ years of experience in software environments
• 2+ years securing critical infrastructure
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection and log analysis
• Scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for forensic automation
• Familiar with compliance frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2)
• Experience conducting security assessments and audits, including network traffic analysis (Wireshark)
• Skilled in network defense, including secure infrastructure design and intrusion prevention
• Familiar with integrating security best practices into development and operations
• Experience developing security policies and operational procedures
• Threat modeling and vulnerability management lifecycle expertise
• Cloud security and forensics knowledge (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Incident response and breach management experience, including mitigation strategies
• Strong data protection practices: encryption, backups and access control
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; effective collaborator across organizational levels
• Skilled in technical writing, documentation and research
• Current with industry trends and emerging threats
• Experience presenting findings to clients or non-technical stakeholders
• Jan 2026 grad, open to pursuing relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+) EDUCATION
Wilmington University, New Castle, DE, Master’s of Cybersecurity with a SCADA concentration (GPA 3.9) Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, Bachelor of Science and member of National Honor Society PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Tandem Cyber Solutions
Independent Sales Rep June 2025 – December 2025
• Specialize in promoting penetration testing services and offensive security solutions tailored to industrial environments.
• Emphasis on protecting critical infrastructure and SCADA/ICS systems through targeted risk assessments and proactive defense strategies.
Automatic Data Processing
HCM Digital Sales Manager Jan 2021 - March 2023
• Established relationships with C-level executives to optimize platform strategies.
● Provided technical expertise.
● Advised two teams (20+ reps each) on industry best practices. AbsenceSoft
Account Executive Jan 2018 – Nov 2019
• Collaborated with HR, benefits, and compliance teams to assess leave-of-absence workflows and recommend optimized system configuration.
Saba Software
Technical Marketing Manager Sept 2016 – Sept 2017
• Formulated product positioning, messaging, and demos to drive lead generation.
• Hosted weekly product tours showcasing problem-solving techniques in talent management. Solution Consultant Mar 2014 – Sept 2016
• Provided pre-sales solutions consulting to prospects.
• Supported onboarding and best practices for new customers.
• Point for troubleshooting bugs and issues with platform. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Athlete: Soccer - 4 years Varsity Forward, All Conference, Colorado State Champion; Track - All State and Junior Olympian Sprinter and Long Jumper
Multidisciplinary Artist - Painter, designer of costume and jewelry, and author. Advocate - Child advocate against abuse; volunteer with OUR to combat human trafficking; support individuals in recovering stolen online accounts and digital identities.
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