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Nick User

@nickuser11

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Entry-level cybersecurity analyst focused on SOC triage, threat hunting, and rapid incident response.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a hands-on security role where I can run SOC triage and threat hunting, improve detections with real telemetry, and grow into impactful incident response. I value teams that mentor, measure outcomes, and move fast with quality.

I’m a cybersecurity professional focused on turning telemetry into actionable detection and response. I’m currently a B.S. in Information Security student at the University of South Florida, and I’m building toward offensive and defensive mastery with credentials like OSCP (expected May 2026) and multiple HackTheBox certifications.

In my internship experience, I worked hands-on across cyber defense operations, log analysis, and incident response with professional cyber specialists. At ReliaQuest Labs, I completed a 4-week program and conducted 20+ simulated threat investigations using ReliaQuest’s GreyMatter, analyzing attacker behavior across endpoint and network telemetry to identify indicators of compromise and refine detection logic.

In SOC operations, I’ve monitored and triaged 50+ security events daily across Linux and Windows environments, closing 10–15 critical tickets per week. I also built an automated AI-driven threat intelligence ingestion tool that increased the production of incident reports and threat advisories by 2×, and I regularly translated technical findings into remediation guidance for critical infrastructure stakeholders.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

ReliaQuest Labs Intern

ReliaQuest

Mar 2026 - Apr 2026 (1 month)

Completed a 4-week cybersecurity training program focused on log analysis, threat detection, and incident response. Conducted 20+ GreyMatter simulated threat investigations and strengthened knowledge of SOC defense operations, including firewalls, IDPS, and EDR.

Threat Hunting Log Analysis Incident Response Cyber Kill Chain Network Security Threat Intelligence

Cyber Florida Security Analyst Intern

Cyber Florida

Sep 2024 - Sep 2025 (1 year)

Performed SOC triage in Linux and Windows environments, monitoring and correlating 50+ daily security events to close 10–15 critical tickets per week. Built an automated AI-driven threat intelligence ingestion tool that increased incident report and advisory production by 2×.

SIEM Threat Intelligence Incident Reports Incident Response Linux Threat Advisories AI Automation

Purchasing & QA Coordinator

Marriott International

May 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 3 months)

Managed inventory and audits, maintaining accurate records for $500K in assets and 20+ vendors. Trained and supported staff on inventory procedures to ensure consistent adherence to QA standards.

Inventory Management Vendor Management QA Processes Audit Management Documentation Compliance Support