Gary Hoffman
Principal Cyber Security Architect Uk @GE Aerospace
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WORK HISTORY
Principal Cyber Security Architect Uk @GE Aerospace
Cheltenham, GB
Design and implementation of secure architecture solutions aligned with UK Defence frameworks, ensuring compliance with MOD security standards and industry best practices. • Design and deployment of Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions to enforce least-privilege access and reduce insider threats. • Architected and integrated Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) to enhance threat detection and network resilience. • Strengthened cloud and enterprise security by leveraging Microsoft 365 security tools, including Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Conditional Access policies, and Azure Security Center. • Developed SIEM integration strategies with Splunk, improving security monitoring, log correlation, and incident response capabilities for proactive threat mitigation. • Collaborated with cross-functional security and IT teams to implement Zero Trust principles, secure hybrid-cloud environments, and optimize security operations. • Provided strategic guidance on security architecture, risk management, and compliance with NCSC, NIST, and CIS security frameworks.
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ABOUT GARY HOFFMAN
Experienced Principal Cyber Security Architect with a strong background in designing and implementing enterprise security solutions that protect organizations from advanced cyber threats.Specialized in Identity & Access Management (IAM), Microsoft 365 security, and secure network infrastructure, with expertise in architecting zero-trust models, implementing least-privilege access controls, and enhancing cloud security postures.Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in designing and deploying scalable security solutions, integrating SIEM, SOAR, and threat intelligence platforms to proactively detect and mitigate risks. Skilled in aligning security frameworks with industry standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS benchmarks, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk reduction.Passionate about cloud security architecture, network segmentation, and secure hybrid environments, with hands-on experience in securing Azure, AWS, and multi-cloud environments. Adept at working with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and multi-factor authentication (MFA) strategies to safeguard enterprise assets.Committed to staying ahead of emerging threats and continuously refining cybersecurity strategies to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive data.
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