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Gary Eldridge

@garyeldridge

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Experienced Senior Vulnerability Management Engineer with a focus on cybersecurity.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth and collaboration in a dynamic cybersecurity environment.

As a Senior Vulnerability Management Engineer with over six years of experience in cybersecurity, I specialize in vulnerability management and risk assessment. My expertise lies in vulnerability scanning, risk prioritization, and developing effective remediation strategies. I have a strong background in utilizing tools such as Microsoft Defender, Tenable.io, and PowerShell automation to enhance security operations.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed vulnerability scans and security patching for over 1,000 assets, ensuring compliance with security policies and timely updates. My role in supporting SOC 2 Type 2 audits has honed my skills in evidence collection and compliance alignment. I have led initiatives that involved threat hunting and risk-based assessments, significantly improving the security posture of organizations.

My commitment to cybersecurity is reflected in my continuous learning and certifications, including CISSP and CEH. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and providing technical guidance on security best practices to internal teams and leadership, ensuring a robust security framework across all operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Information Systems Administrator

Current

Integris

Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 7 months)

Led vulnerability management initiatives, conducting risk-based assessments and developing remediation strategies for multiple organizations. Implemented and optimized security solutions including Disk encryption, MFA, MDM, and EDR. Automated security tasks using PowerShell to streamline vulnerability remediation and patching processes.

PowerShell Vulnerability Management Risk Assessment EDR MFA MDM

Technical Support Engineer

Tenable

Mar 2022 - Dec 2022 (9 months)

Analyzed vulnerability scan results, system audits, and security logs to identify and prioritize risks. Provided technical guidance on Tenable products, ensuring optimal scanning and remediation workflows. Recreated customer security issues in a lab environment to troubleshoot vulnerability detection and reporting.

Tenable CVSS Threat Modeling Troubleshooting Security Logging

Cybersecurity Technician

Integris

Dec 2020 - Mar 2022 (1 year 3 months)

Managed security patching for over 1,000 assets, ensuring timely updates and compliance. Assisted in SOC 2 Type 2 audit preparation, collecting evidence and ensuring compliance with security policies. Conducted threat hunting and analyzed security incidents, identifying and mitigating risks across various platforms.

Compliance SOPs

Helpdesk Technician

Integris

Dec 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year)

Provided essential technical support to end-users, resolving hardware and software issues efficiently. Maintained system functionality and ensured smooth operation of IT infrastructure.

Technical Support Troubleshooting IT Support

Desktop Technician

Sage Sustainable Electronics

Nov 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 1 month)

Performed data security and sanitization on electronic assets daily. Conducted hardware repairs, upgrades, and OS installations to ensure secure operations.

Data Security

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Carroll Community College

Associate of Applied Science, Cyber Security

Obtained an Associate of Applied Science in Cyber Security. Gained foundational knowledge in cybersecurity principles and practices.

University of Maryland Global Campus

Bachelor of Science, Cyber Security

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity. Focused on understanding and mitigating cyber threats, preparing for a career in information security.