Adam Pope
Cybersecurity Specialist (Apprenticeship) @Rapidascent
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WORK HISTORY
Cybersecurity Specialist (Apprenticeship) @Rapidascent
Currently serving as a Cybersecurity Apprentice with Rapid Ascent, completing an intensive 800-hour, full-time program that blends technical training with enterprise-focused project execution. Engaged in hands-on work within live cyber ranges and simulated enterprise networks, gaining cross-functional experience in SOC operations, governance, risk & compliance (GRC), threat intelligence, and cloud security. Supporting real-world cybersecurity initiatives across aerospace, finance, energy, and defense sectors, while applying project management principles to coordinate team-based objectives, track milestones, and deliver mission-aligned outcomes.Key Contributions:Created and enforced 15+ security policies, risk assessments, and incident response plans based on NIST 800-53, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, FedRAMP, and FISMA standards.Supported multiple cybersecurity projects focused on hardening systems, implementing security controls, and automating workflows to improve detection and response.Monitored and responded to over simulated alerts in a SOC environment, fine-tuned SIEM rules, and cut threat dwell time from 24 hours to under 3.Conducted red and blue team exercises including phishing, lateral movement, and ransomware simulations to strengthen organizational defense strategies.Built and deployed custom Python and Bash scripts to automate alert triage, log parsing, and endpoint hardening, reducing manual effort by over 60%.Performed 20+ penetration tests and vulnerability scans using tools like Nessus and Nmap, uncovering critical issues with a 90% fix rate in less than a month.
EDUCATION
Penn State Smeal College of Business
Bachelor of Science - BS, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Community College of the Air Force
Associate's degree, Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Community College of the Air Force
Instructor of Technology and Military Science, Education and Teaching
American Military University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, DoD Project Managment
Community College of the Air Force
Associate's degree, Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
ABOUT ADAM POPE
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