Senior Cybersecurity Analyst & Consultant
Resume:
ISAAC STEWART
Hamilton Township, NJ *****
***************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Cyber security consultant with extensive experience in information security and IT operations spanning over 20+ years. Skilled in assessing environments for risks and implementing effective security tools. Demonstrated ability to enhance client relationships and satisfaction through strategic presales initiatives. Dedicated to improving security frameworks and delivering quantifiable outcomes.
SKILLS
• Security operations and testing
• Incident response and threat detection
• Active directory management
• IP addressing and subnetting
• Data security and encryption
• Network security strategies
• Vulnerability assessment and threat hunting
• Data loss prevention techniques
• Risk analysis and IT documentation
• Security monitoring and SIEM management
• Endpoint security and protection
• Information security architecture
• Client consulting services
• Systems administration
• Technical support and customer service
• Help desk support
• Pre-sales and post-sales engineering
• Security tool implementation
WORK EXPERIENCE
STRATASCALE SOLUTIONS (A DIVISION WITHIN SHI)
Somerset, New Jersey
Cybersecurity Analyst/Engineer 01/2020 to 01/2026
• Executed attack surface validation for clients to clarify their external threat landscape.
• Supported incident response exercises based on customer notifications of security events.
• Oversaw deployment of Sentinel One EDR solutions, ensuring successful implementation across environments.
• Collaborated with internal teams to synchronize security solutions with client needs and SLAs.
• Utilized Microsoft Sentinel and Defender to investigate critical incidents and manage alerts.
• Investigate and respond to security alerts and incidents in production environments, performing threat hunting, root cause analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery activities.
• Implemented file integrity monitoring to detect unauthorized changes, aiding compliance with industry regulations.
• Monitored the Microsoft Sentinel incident queue to prioritize high-fidelity security alerts effectively.
• Provided expert guidance on threat management, optimizing security posture for MSP clients.
• Strengthened security controls in client environments using Tidal security platform based on MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Assessed critical threats influencing client industry via advanced threat intelligence tools, preventing potential breaches and safeguarding sensitive data.
SOFTWARE HOUSE INTERNATIONAL, SHI
Somerset, New Jersey
Cybersecurity Consultant 01/2017 to 01/2020
• Supported sales teams with pre-sales consultations on security controls and vendor solutions.
• Performed customer demos and proof of concept tests for various security offerings.
• Managed post-sales delivery of solutions like Symantec Data Loss Prevention and Zscaler Web Filtering.
• Delivered technical support and security consulting services to current clients.
• Executed social engineering assessments including phishing simulations and telephonic pretexting.
• Implemented Fortinet firewalls to fortify organizational networks against threats.
• Configured VPNs, web filtering, and VLAN segmentation to secure remote communications.
• Led deployment of endpoint protection solutions guiding clients on patch management. SOFTWARE HOUSE INTERNATIONAL, SHI
Somerset, New Jersey
Pre-Sales Security Engineer 01/2014 to 01/2017
• Facilitated presales support for sales teams focused on security vendor solutions.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client vulnerabilities and recommend enhancements.
• Architected integrated security infrastructures combining network, endpoint, cloud, and data protection solutions.
• Delivered technical presentations and product demonstrations to effectively communicate value propositions.
• Executed interactive demos tailored to client environments, expediting the sales cycle.
• Provided ongoing guidance throughout presales and post-sales lifecycles, troubleshooting issues collaboratively.
• Trained sales teams on various security tools to enhance product knowledge and effectiveness.
• Identified customer needs to design customized security solutions that align with specific requirements. SOFTWARE HOUSE INTERNATIONAL, SHI
Somerset, New Jersey
Systems Administrator 01/2011 to 01/2014
• Spearheaded upgrade of Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP platform, enhancing system stability and efficiency.
• Administered over 50 servers in terminal server farm, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
• Redesigned remote application environment using Quest vWorkspace to improve secure user access.
• Managed daily server operations, including hardware/software support, log analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Created and managed Active Directory users and objects, streamlining access control processes.
• Configured, deployed, and documented new server implementations to enhance operational workflows.
• Conducted monthly maintenance and patching of servers to ensure continual functionality.
• Optimized systems for maximum performance through configuration and regular assessments. EDUCATION
DIPLOMA IN NETWORK SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 12/2004 Cittone Institute, Edison, New Jersey
DIPLOMA IN TECHNICAL SUPPORT 12/1998
The Chubb Institute, Jersey City, New Jersey
CERTIFICATIONS
• Microsoft Certified Professional
• CompTIA A+ Certification
• CompTIA Network+ Certification
• CompTIA Security+ Certification
• MCTS
• MCITP Server 2008 Administrator
• MCITP Enterprise Administrator
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