Cybersecurity Analyst with Incident Response Expertise

KAYLA BEARD

Cybersecurity Analyst

405-***-**** *****.********@*****.*** CRESCENT, OK 73028

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced in vulnerability management and incident response, skilled in operating systems, networking protocols, and security tools. Proven track record in technical support and desktop assistance, adept at delivering comprehensive solutions. Eager to contribute as a Cybersecurity Analyst, leveraging technical expertise to enhance organizational security and support teams effectively.

SKILLS

Operating systems: Windows and Linux Mobile platforms: Android and iOS Networking protocols: TCP/IP and LAN/WAN

Security tools: MIMEcast, Qualys, Azure, CrowdStrike, Wireshark, EnCase, AccessData forensic toolkit, StegoTools, WinHex, Scalpel

User management: Active Directory Programming languages: Python, PowerShell, Java, C# Software applications: Microsoft Office Suite and VMware Technical expertise: Vulnerability management and incident response Support services: Technical support and desktop assistance EXPERIENCE

CYBERSECURITY ANALYST, Oklahoma City, OK

LOCKE SUPPLY, February 2026-Present

• Conducted daily inspections of identity, endpoint and email security consoles to identify anomalies, unauthorized changes or potential threats.

• Served as the first line of defense by analyzing reported phishing attempts, investigating suspicious login activity and validating automated security alerts.

• Managed security tool configurations – including block/allow lists and policy groups – while ensuring all administrative actions are coordinated with senior engineering staff.

• Adhered to established change control processes, ensuring no significant modifications to the environment are made without prior review and formal communication.

• Proactively researched the evolving threat landscape to identify risks relevant to the organization and shared actionable intelligence with the broader IT team.

• Assisted in the containment and remediation of security events (such as account compromises) by following established playbooks and coordinating with external managed service partners. INFRASTRUCTURE ANALYST & SPM SECURITY LIAISON, El Reno, OK SPM OIL AND GAS, A CATERPILLAR COMPANY, August 2018-December 2025

• Analyzed system logs for errors or anomalies indicating potential threats or malicious activity.

• Conducted regular vulnerability scans and patch management activities.

• Developed risk assessment methodology and processes to identify, assess, and mitigate cyber security risks.

• Created detailed reports outlining identified risks, proposed solutions, and recommended actions.

• Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.

• Collaborated with business leaders across multiple departments on cyber risk management initiatives.

• Utilize effective preventive and predictive maintenance techniques for computer repair and maintenance

• Migrated data from legacy systems to new platforms with minimal disruption to operations. COMPUTER TECHNICIAN, Edmond, OK

AMERICAN FIDELITY ASSURANCE, December 2013-October 2017

• Performed a variety of computer repair and maintenance activities, including onsite repairs, replacements of parts Assisted in running Support Center Now, a place for colleagues to bring equipment to get assistance instead of waiting for remote support.

• Successfully maintained up to 5 open requests simultaneously, resolving issues with a combined team SLA of 80%

• Assisted in creating a knowledge centered atmosphere by becoming certified in Knowledge Centered Support. EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CYBER SECURITY, UT

WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY, February 2025

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS, OK

ROSE STATE COLLEGE, July 2022

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN CYBER SECURITY, OK ROSE STATE COLLEGE, May 2023

CERTIFICATIONS

• SECURITY+, COMPTIA, 12/27/23

• PROJECT+, COMPTIA, 06/14/24

COMPTIA SECURE INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALIST,

07/20/24

• A+, COMPTIA, 03/02/24

• NETWORK+, COMPTIA, 07/20/24

• COMPTIA IT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, 07/20/24

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• CYSA+, COMPTIA, 09/24/24

• PENTEST+, COMPTIA, 01/09/25

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COMPTIA NETWORK VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT

PROFESSIONAL, 01/09/25

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COMPTIA NETWORK SECURITY PROFESSIONAL,

01/09/25

REFERENCES

References available upon request

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