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Elijah Headen

@elijahheaden

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Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst with extensive military experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters collaboration and innovation in cybersecurity, with opportunities for growth.

I am a seasoned Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst with over fourteen years of experience as a U.S. Navy Intelligence Officer. My career has been dedicated to analyzing emerging geopolitical threats and coordinating cyberspace operations to support federal policy refinement. I employ a variety of technical methods, including OSINT and HUMINT, to conduct thorough cyber threat analysis, ensuring that decision-makers are equipped with actionable intelligence.

Currently, I lead the Cyber Threat Intelligence program at Trellix, where I have successfully developed Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs) that align our operations with organizational security goals. My previous roles have involved in-depth analysis of phishing campaigns and managing incidents for high-value federal entities, where I produced comprehensive threat briefings and collaborated with multiple agencies to enhance our threat intelligence capabilities.

My commitment to continuous learning is evident in my ongoing education in Cyber Security and various certifications, including CompTIA Security+ and Certified Ethical Hacker. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to protect organizations from cyber threats and contribute to a secure digital environment.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

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Trellix

Nov 2024 - Present (8 months)

Developed and refined Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs) to align CTI operations with organizational security goals, ensuring intelligence collection was actionable and relevant. Led and matured the Metropolitan Transit Authority’s (MTA) Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) program, implementing strategic, operational, and tactical intelligence products to enhance cyber resilience. Investigated

Threat Intelligence OSINT Phishing Fraud Investigation

Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Mindpoint Group

May 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Proficiently conducted threat actor attribution, specializing in in-depth analysis of phishing campaigns, while also providing critical support for RFIs related to various cyberattacks, including DDoS, data leaks, and social engineering. Demonstrated expertise in managing and mitigating incidents involving high-value FCEB entities, delivering comprehensive threat briefings covering actor profiling

Threat Actor Attribution Phishing Incident Management DDoS Protection Data Leak Management Brand Protection Threat Assessment

Senior Cyber Intelligence Analyst

Knight Federal Solutions

Oct 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Liaises with 25+ public/private sector partners to identify trends and threats to better realign DoD cyber doctrine. Coordinates with DoD incident response teams and provides reach back support related to threat actors. Analyzes threat actor behavior and communicates current/developing Cyber threats to senior officials.

Incident Response Regional Cyber Policy

Targeting Officer

Darkstar Intelligence, LLC

Nov 2019 - Present (5 years 8 months)

Works in coordination with government and commercial entities to support multi-spectrum operations. Conducts OSINT for malicious threat actors to provide Indicators of Compromise to stakeholders. Maintains knowledge of major cyber threat actors as well as Tactics Techniques and Procedures (TTPs).

OSINT Indicators Of Compromise Cyber Threat Actor Tactics Geopolitical Events

Cyber/CI Analyst

Naval Criminal Investigative Service

Aug 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)

Analyzed malicious network activity, supporting response teams, resulting in dedicated funding to further assessing cyber threats to Department of Navy. Produced verbal and written threat reports on malicious actors used in technical operations, behavioral analysis, and criminal investigations. Conducted investigations into multiple illegal operations by threat actors (laundering, ransomware, etc.

Malicious Network Activity Threat Reporting Investigation Ransomware P2P

Cyber Targeting Officer

Cyber National Mission Force J2

Jul 2015 - Present (10 years)

Coordinated and supported threat hunting activity across networks in search of Indicators of Compromise. Constructed in depth networks of threat actors, commercial, and government associations. Tracked large-scale information operation campaigns, their targets, vulnerabilities, and exploits used.

Cyber Targeting Indicators Of Compromise Threat Actor Networks OSINT

Intelligence Analyst/Terminal Security Officer

Carrier Strike Group Three

Aug 2011 - Present (13 years 11 months)

Established areas of improvement and workflow involving cyber and emerging technology reporting. Conducted networking duties, ensuring access, privileges, and policy compliance for 50+ sailors, NIPR, SIPR, JWICS, and related equipment to ensure CIA triad, enabling the mission of intelligence watch standing for the Strike Group. Presented intelligence products to senior personnel on cyber threats r

Cyber Reporting Network Security Access Control Compliance Intelligence Watch Standing Combat Systems Coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Western Governor's University

Bachelor of Science, Cyber Security

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity. This program focuses on developing expertise in defending computer systems and networks from cyber threats.

DoD Joint Targeting School

Certification, Joint Targeting

Completed specialized training at the DoD Joint Targeting School. This education provided advanced knowledge in targeting methodologies and intelligence operations.

Defense Cyber Investigation Training Academy

Certification, Cyber Investigation

Received training from the Defense Cyber Investigation Training Academy. This program focused on cyber investigation techniques and digital forensics.