Isaiah Corley
@isaiahcorley1
Experienced Technical Director specializing in network and information security.
What I'm looking for
I am a Technical Director at Palo Alto Networks with over 10 years of experience in information security and cloud consulting. My educational background includes a Master of Science in Cybersecurity Technology from the University of Maryland Global Campus, and I hold several certifications, including Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer. My expertise lies in network and security architecture, where I design, implement, and validate infrastructures to protect enterprise environments.
Throughout my career, I have led teams in delivering cybersecurity consulting services, developed strategic roadmaps for enhancing security postures, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to innovate service offerings. I pride myself on being a trusted advisor to clients, providing hands-on technical expertise, and mentoring emerging professionals in the field. My work has included creating Zero Trust advisory services and conducting comprehensive risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and improve organizational security.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Technical Director
Palo Alto Networks
May 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Led and oversaw the delivery of threat-led and technology-driven cybersecurity consulting services, ensuring consistency, quality, and exceptional customer service across all engagements. Provided expert-level guidance on cybersecurity risk management, conducting assessments, and developing strategic roadmaps to enhance clients’ security postures across various industries and organizational struct
Strategy & Delivery Leader
Palo Alto Networks
Apr 2022 - Apr 2024 (2 years)
Key member responsible for creating a Zero Trust advisory service to help transform organizations from previous traditional approaches. Led cross-functional teams in the design and implementation of Zero Trust advisory services, coordinating efforts across consulting, sales, and marketing to achieve strategic objectives.
Sergeant – Cyber Defense Unit
Maryland Defense Force
Mar 2020 - Dec 2023 (3 years 9 months)
Created monthly Cyber Threat Intelligence reports and communicated findings to MDDF Leadership to highlight any areas of concern and to provide updates. Led Cyber Threat Analyst in charge of designing Cyber Intelligence program for MDDF.
Cyber Transformation Architect
Palo Alto Networks
Aug 2021 - Apr 2022 (8 months)
Actively worked with Cyber Transformation Leader and lateral organizations to develop consultative technical methodology content for enabling internal and external account teams, including workshops, training videos and best practices. Communicated threat and risk profiles to executives and individual contributors and facilitated progress towards required improvements.
Principal Associate
Capital One
Oct 2020 - Aug 2021 (10 months)
Served as the network/cloud lead for the security operations center regarding tool/device implementations in AWS and GCP cloud environments. Collaborated with leadership to define team KPIs and performance metrics, regularly reviewing progress and implementing strategies for continuous improvement.
Network Security Engineer/Consultant
Deloitte
Aug 2018 - Oct 2020 (2 years 2 months)
Conducted interview sessions with client stakeholders to understand current capabilities and determine gaps. Identified areas of improvement and developed a future-state roadmap with recommendations to mature its information security practices.
Forensics Investigator
Federal Aviation Administration
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018 (2 months)
Utilized End Point Software (NUIX Adaptive Security) to deploy end point agents on user devices to monitor activity and image devices. Provided results for cyber investigations and forensic analysis specific to each case.
Network Operations Engineer
KeyW Corp
Jul 2017 - Jun 2018 (11 months)
Managed day-to-day network support in an all-Cisco environment. Facilitated escalation support of production configuration changes.
Technician
KTech Micro Consultants
Jul 2013 - Jul 2017 (4 years)
Oversaw all LAN network infrastructure changes including upgrades, equipment refresh, and responsible for onboarding all new devices. Performed network connectivity and security assessments on local area networks to develop a baseline before designing a new implementation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Maryland
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration at the University of Maryland, with an anticipated graduation in May 2025. This program focuses on advanced business principles and strategic management.
University of Maryland Global Campus
Master of Science, Cybersecurity Technology
Completed a Master of Science in Cybersecurity Technology at the University of Maryland Global Campus, graduating in May 2020. The curriculum provided in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles and technologies.
University of Maryland University College
Bachelor of Science, Computer Networking and Cyber Security
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Networking and Cyber Security from University of Maryland University College, graduating in May 2018. This program focused on foundational concepts in networking and cybersecurity.
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