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kayla lycus

@kaylalycus

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Web application security engineer specializing in vulnerability management and firewall automation.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking a mid-level security role focused on web/app vulnerability management, firewall and cloud security, automation, and collaborative teams that value efficiency and clear client communication.

I am a web application security engineer with a Bachelor's in Cybersecurity and three years of hands-on experience securing applications, managing vulnerabilities, and administering firewalls. I combine technical depth with a people-first approach to client communication and incident response.

At RedShield Security I conducted vulnerability scans, led client meetings, managed incidents using Splunk, adjusted F5 firewall policies, and contributed to an AWS migration while developing automation with Python, Ansible, and Docker. I also performed packet capture and network analysis with Wireshark and applied NIST, OWASP, ISO 27001, and PCI-DSS frameworks to maintain compliance.

I take initiative to streamline processes and create documentation that reduces human error and increases operational efficiency. I enjoy solving problems, improving security posture, and growing within teams that value security, efficiency, and clear client collaboration.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Web Application Security Engineer

Current

RedShield Security

Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 10 months)

Conducted and assessed internal vulnerability scans, led client meetings to drive mitigations, and managed security incidents while automating firewall deployments to improve application security and operational efficiency.

Application Security Splunk Python Ansible Docker Wireshark

Full Time Student

Champlain College

Mar 2021 - Dec 2021 (9 months)

Completed cybersecurity coursework and hands-on training with tools like Wireshark, Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nessus, and Burp Suite to develop network mapping, secure coding, and security scripting skills.

Wireshark Kali Linux Metasploit Nessus Burp suite Secure Coding Python Nmap

Customer Service Representative

Williams Sonoma

Dec 2020 - Mar 2021 (3 months)

Provided high-volume remote customer support, resolved order and shipping issues independently, and maintained service levels during peak holiday demand.

Customer Support Remote Support CRM Communication

Personal Assistant

Stacie Simpson LLC

Aug 2020 - Dec 2020 (4 months)

Managed operations across three small businesses, developed and maintained an e-commerce site, and implemented marketing plans that tripled Instagram engagement for the jewelry business.

Content Marketing Social Media Strategy Operations CRM

Supervisor

Bath and Body Works

May 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 3 months)

Trained new employees on POS operations, troubleshot POS issues to minimize downtime, and supported daily transaction handling to ensure efficient retail operations.

Troubleshooting Retail Operations Customer Service

Lead Cashier

American Eagle Outfitters

Jul 2017 - Jul 2019 (2 years)

Operated POS systems, assisted with technical troubleshooting of terminals, and supported onboarding of new hires to maintain fast and accurate transactions.

Technical Troubleshooting Training Customer Service