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Christopher Taylor

@christophertaylor1

Dedicated security analyst with expertise in threat mitigation and analysis.

United States

What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that challenges my skills in cybersecurity and offers opportunities for professional growth.

As a Security Analyst with over eight years of experience, I have honed my skills in intrusion detection, forensic analysis, and threat mitigation. My journey began with a B.S. in Computer Security & Investigation from the Indiana Institute of Technology, where I developed a strong foundation in IT security principles. I have since worked at Rackspace, where I conduct thorough intrusion analyses and security event correlations, ensuring the safety and integrity of our systems.

In my role, I not only respond to incidents but also serve as a mentor to junior analysts, guiding them through complex incident resolutions. My commitment to enhancing our security posture is evident in my proactive approach to threat hunting and my ability to create automated Splunk SOAR playbooks using Python scripting. I thrive in collaborative environments, participating in team-based tabletop exercises and challenges that sharpen our skills and readiness against potential threats.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Security Analyst

Rackspace

Aug 2017 - Jan 2025 (7 years 5 months)

As a Security Analyst, I conducted intrusion analysis and security event correlation, served as a mentor to junior analysts, and led incident response investigations. I enhanced security posture through tuning tasks and created automation playbooks using Splunk SOAR.

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Data Center Technician II

Rackspace

Oct 2016 - Aug 2017 (10 months)

In this role, I provided Tier II support, monitored networks, and resolved system incidents. I managed Windows, Linux, and VMware ESX servers to ensure infrastructure stability.

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Tier II Workstation Support Technician

Indiana Institute of Technology

Dec 2014 - Jan 2016 (1 year 1 month)

I delivered IT support for workstations, printers, and networking issues. My responsibilities included managing software deployments and Active Directory administration.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Indiana Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Computer Security & Investigation

2012 - 2016

B.S. in Computer Security & Investigation, focusing on the principles of security operations, forensic analysis, and risk assessment.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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