JACOB (COLE) WILSON
Western Governors University (WGU) - C/O 2023 - Master of Science - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (MS CSIA)Â
Western Governors University (WGU) - C/O 2022Â - Bachelor of Science - Network Operations and Security
Order of the Sword and Shield - Omicron Sigma Sigma WGU 2022 Alpha Year Inductee
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) | Certified Computer Hacking Forensics Investigator (CHFI) | CompTIA Security+ | CompTIA Network+ | CompTIA Project+ | Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA-P) |
Various others. See all at:
MANAGED SECURITY SERVICES LEAD
UPSTART CYBER
Aug 2022 - Present
Developed and implemented a comprehensive information security program, including policies, procedures, and standards, to mitigate cyber risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Acted as the company's main cybersecurity advisor as well as risk management and assurance manager, providing guidance and support to senior leadership and other stakeholders during decision-making processes.
Led the design and implementation of security control and technologies to protect the company and its clients' networks, systems, and data against cyber threats, including using the latest threat intelligence and technologies to provide the highest levels of assurance.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the alignment of cybersecurity strategies with business objectives and integrate security considerations into project and service lifecycles.
Established and maintained relationships with external partners, such as customers, vendors, and regulators, to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
PRINCIPAL SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT,
DEVELOPER
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FORESCOUT TECHNOLOGIES,
DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)
COMPLY-TO-CONNECT (C2C) PROGRAM
Jun 2022 - Present
C2C DISA/DoD Comply-to-Connect (C2C) Project Solutions Architect
C2C DISA/DoD Enterprise Reporting Manager (ERM) Project Lead Solutions Architect
C2C DISA/DoD Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring (CMRS) Project Lead Solutions Architect
Comply-to-Connect (C2C) enables the Joint Force Headquarters Department of Defense Information Network (JFHQ-DoDIN) to fully understand its security posture and manage its attack surface across millions of devices using complex, heterogeneous networks.
Created advanced automation-based integrations with third-party platforms, network security equipment, endpoints, operational technology (OT), and other mission-critical systems defined by U.S. Cyber Command and protected by Forescout including Internet of Things (IoT) devices and Platform Information Technology (PIT) such as industrial control systems (ICS), weapons systems, autonomous vehicles, and medical gear.
Conceptualized custom integrations and applications and developed them in Python as deliverables to support the C2C initiative and enable features unsupported by the base product that were deemed mission-critical. Enabled aggregation of data, custom endpoint data collection, and aggregation to a single reporting layer and data repository for the Master Endpoint Record (MER), facilitated through the use of Python 3 and REST API concepts. It then supports the Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring (CMRS) initiative by reporting all U.S. Cyber Command and Joint Force Headquarters Department of Defense Information Network (JFQH-DoDIN) including the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force, and 4th Estate networks.
CYBER SECURITY CONSULTANT, INSTRUCTOR
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UPSTART CYBER, FORESCOUT TECHNOLOGIES
May 2021 - Aug 2022
Provided cybersecurity consulting to support an effort to develop and grow a profitable Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) side of the company, leveraging the automation of the latest and most secure standards and technologies to achieve high-profit margins.
Led the development of cybersecurity strategies and roadmaps for the initiative, identifying modern risks and developing a lean and centralized set of solutions to mitigate the risk of future clients and enhance their security posture.
Advised on security controls and technologies, factoring in automation, to improve operational efficiency and reduce risk of cyber threats for our clients.
Instructed industry cybersecurity professionals from Fortune-10 companies, the United States government and military, and other world governements and militaries, such as Bahrain, on the standardized implementation, administration, and maintenance of the Forescout Network Access Control (NAC) product to facilitate widespread adoption of the latest security standards, such as 802.1X, in an automated fashion.
Delivered various Forescout training courses, including the FSCA and advanced compliance (US DOD)-specialized courses. Each course lasting 4-5 days in duration, 8-hours per-day with a single instructor and around 12 students. The course includes various lectures, as well as accompanying hands-on lab exercises. The course included instruction on automation of cybersecurity concepts and standards, including automating the assessment and remediation of common security threats on endpoints, automating 802.1X EAP-TLS Certificate-based authentication through the ForeScout platform, and much more. It covers advanced networking and switching concepts, scripting and automation, and custom integrations.
Stayed up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies, and shared insights and knowledge with clients and colleagues to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.