Alan Wright

About Alan Wright

I\'m an IT security and cloud infrastructure specialist with 15+ years of hands-on experience designing, building, and operating secure managed services environments for enterprise clients. My career has evolved from infrastructure foundation (CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+) to advanced security architecture (Security+ CE, ISC2 CC, Azure), reflecting my passion for building systems that protect while enabling business agility.What I Do: I architect secure, scalable cloud infrastructure with a security-first mindset. Whether it\'s implementing Azure identity governance, optimizing security operations centers (SOCs), or designing disaster recovery solutions, I focus on creating infrastructure that meets today\'s compliance demands while building tomorrow\'s resilient architecture. I thrive in complex environments where technology, security, and business objectives must align seamlessly.My Expertise:Cloud Architecture: Microsoft Azure infrastructure design, identity & access management, governance frameworksSecurity Operations: Threat detection, incident response, compliance monitoring, DoD 8570 alignmentManaged Services: 15+ years building and scaling MSP operations across 500+ client endpointsBusiness Continuity: Backup, disaster recovery, and resilience architecture (Datto BCDR, RTO/RPO optimization)Infrastructure Modernization: Legacy system migrations, cloud-first strategies, infrastructure-as-code approachesVendor Platform Expertise: Arctic Wolf MDR, Datto BCDR, FrontlineMS RMM/PSA, LogicMonitor infrastructure monitoring, Liongard compliance automationMy Credentials: 30+ active industry certifications demonstrating depth across infrastructure, security, and cloud domains:Security-Focused: CompTIA Security+ CE (DoD 8570 compliant), ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity, CompTIA CySA+ pathwayCloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Security, Compliance & Identity Fundamentals (SC-900), pursuing Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) and Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)Infrastructure Foundations: CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+; ITIL Foundation; CompTIA stackables (CIOS, CNIP, CSIS)Vendor Certifications: Arctic Wolf (4 certs), FrontlineMS (10 certs), Datto, LogicMonitor, Liongard, and moreContinuous Learning: Pursuing advanced Azure certifications and evaluating ISC2 SSCP pathway toward CISSP

Experience

1. Security Engineer

   Frontline Managed Services

   Dec 2023 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Review and analyze data provided my Arctic Wolf and Huntress.Responding to alerts in a prompt manner.Proactively manage and administer server environment.Gather data and analyze complex issues, recommending solutions.Assist with implementation and testing of DR solutions for new and existing customers.Perform root cause analysis.Review and implement security recommendations.Investigate and report security breaches.Review / Update support documents.Coordinate and collaborate with other technology group members.Document best practices and repeatable processes.Assist team members with technical issues

Education

• ITT Technical Institute-Atlanta

  Information Security System, Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance

  2010 — 2012

• ITT Technical College

  Computer Network Systems

  2007 — 2009

Skills

• Computer Hardware
• Software Installation
• Windows 7
• Technical Support
• Active Directory
• Xp
• Windows Server
• Hardware
• Hardware Installation
• Microsoft Exchange
• Networking
• Security
• Network Security
• Windows Xp
• Servers
• Hardware Support
• Network Administration
• Troubleshooting
• Operating Systems