Edith Forestal

About Edith Forestal

I secure the identity backbone of a federally examined financial institution. As a CISSP,…

Experience

1. Founder Principal IT and Cybersecurity Consultant

   Forestal Security

   Dec 2024 — Present · Kokomo, IN, US

   Founded and operate a cybersecurity and IT support consultancy serving small businesses, nonprofits, and local organizations. Deliver end-to-end solutions in risk assessment, vulnerability management, incident response, and Microsoft 365 security hardening to strengthen clients’ cyber resilience.Key Achievements & Responsibilities:•Delivered comprehensive cybersecurity services, including phishing simulations (KnowBe4), vulnerability management, and AI-driven penetration testing using CEH-certified methodologies, improving client security posture.• Configured and secured Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, and Active Directory environments; utilized Ivanti patch management and Tenable Nessus scanning to maintain compliance with NIST/CIS standards.• Automated and streamlined patch deployment across Windows, macOS, Linux, and third-party applications, reducing vulnerability remediation times by up to 60%.• Led incident response efforts, malware removal, and PowerShell automation to restore system functionality and prevent recurrence.•Conducted advanced threat analysis with tools like Forcepoint; recommended and implemented targeted security measures to address identified vulnerabilities.

Education

• Defiance College

  Bachelor of Science - BS, criminal Justice

• Western Governors University

  Master of Science - MS, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance