JOSE L TORRICO_

Cloud Security Lead

• Implemented Microsoft XDR technologies to enhance security measures for USCG CSOC
• Spearheaded design and implementation of RBAC roles for cloud security-based tools
• Trained CSOC analysts on tools and best practices for incident management and administration
• Developed comprehensive documentation to support CSOC analysts and operations
• Served as Subject Matter Expert for Microsoft Defender XDR with cross-team collaboration
• Engineered automation-based rules, playbooks, and workbooks to reduce alert fatigue
• Conducted cloud security assessments for customer onboarding into Azure/AWS environments
• Facilitated brown bag and brainstorm sessions for continuous environment improvement
• Advised CGCYBER leadership on automation strategies for security operations efficiency

Cloud Security Architect

• Led as Azure SME for Cloud Migration Project for Government Customer
• Designed and implemented security recommendations based on customer requirements
• Guided internal teams as lead Azure Cloud Security Subject Matter Expert
• Contributed to internal CTO investment projects creating terraform modules for deployments
• Conducted Technical Exchange Meetings with customers and internal teams
• Tested and researched new service offerings within Microsoft Security ecosystem

Senior Information Security Engineer

• Served as SME for Azure Cloud Migration project implementation
• Led SIEM migration project to Azure Sentinel for multi-tenancy logging
• Advised customers on best practices for securing customer tenants
• Managed Microsoft security products: Defender for Endpoint, Defender for O365, Endpoint Manager
• Executed Proof of Concept projects evaluating products for security infrastructure needs
• Provided Tier 3/Enterprise support for all security infrastructure related issues
• Documented SOPs and performed disaster recovery planning of security products
• Supported SOC for Incident Response and summarized events during daily debriefs

Help Desk Specialist, Staff

• Supervised team of four Help Desk analysts overseeing deployment of enterprise equipment
• Managed equipment tracking and documentation for monthly accruals to accounting department
• Resolved day-to-day user issues ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
• Analyzed metrics and ticket data to ensure SLA compliance and performance standards
• Documented information and updates in KB article database for future reference
• Configured and maintained ManTech's first Imaging Lab network for laptop deployment

Desktop Support Specialist Tier II

• Assisted staff with installation, configuration, and usability of desktop systems and software
• Ensured seamless interconnection of systems including validation, file, email, and application servers
• Assumed procurement specialist responsibilities during organizational transition with asset management
• Provided project support phasing out RSA tokens ensuring smooth security transition
• Managed and implemented Symantec Ghost solution for enterprise deployment efficiency

CARTP: Certified Azure Red Team Professional

Advanced certification in Azure cloud penetration testing and red team operations

SEC560: Enterprise Penetration Testing

Advanced penetration testing methodologies for enterprise environments

SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling

Hands-on training in attack techniques and incident response procedures

SEC503: Network Monitoring and Threat Detection In-Depth

Advanced network security monitoring and threat hunting techniques

Computer Network Systems

Focused on network infrastructure and systems administration. Complemented by extensive professional development in cloud security and Microsoft technologies.

GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)

GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

Security, Compliance, Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)

Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Carbon Black EDR Associate

Carbon Black App Control Associate