Kory W.

About Kory W.

Cybersecurity professional with over 5+ years of experience in IT, data systems analysis, and delivering innovative network and technical security solutions in numerous fast-paced environments. My mission is to help organizations maintain a secure posture amongst the ever-evolving security threats in the digital landscape.My journey into cybersecurity started with a profound curiosity about how technology works and a deep concern for the increasing threats in cyberspace. This led me to deeply explore social engineering and software testing as a means to understand, detect, and mitigate vulnerabilities that could compromise data and systems.My Expertise.‍ Penetration Testing:I specialize in assessing network, application, and infrastructure security. By meticulously probing your systems for vulnerabilities, I replicate the tactics of malicious actors to expose weaknesses before they can be exploited. Social Engineering:As a Social Engineering Awareness Educator, I possess a diverse skill set and knowledge base that enables me to effectively educate individuals and organizations about the critical importance of recognizing and mitigating social engineering threats. Security Assessment:I conduct thorough security assessments, analyze threat landscapes, and develop comprehensive reports to empower organizations with the insights needed to enhance their cybersecurity posture. Compliance and Regulations:I stay up-to-date with the latest industry regulations and compliance standards, ensuring organizations remain compliant and avoid costly fines. Continuous Learning:In the world of cybersecurity, adaptability is key. I\'m committed to continuous learning, staying ahead of emerging threats, and leveraging cutting-edge tools and techniques to protect digital assets.IT Areas of Expertise:• Ability to constantly learn new software and technologies to improve and support compliance metrics• Brilliant cross-domain communicator that can explain IT program developments to non-technical staff• Capable of managing data visualization programs to organize complex information into presentationsCore Competencies:Performance MetricsData Protection & ManagementNetwork SecurityRisk AssessmentProject ManagementFor more information about my work in the IT space, please reach out with your inquiries here: k••••••••@outlook.com

Experience

1. Information System Security Officer

   DSA

   Mar 2024 — Present

Education

• Community College of the Air Force

  Associate of Arts - AA, Aviation Operations

• Western Governors University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Information Technology

  2025

• University of Phoenix

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Organizational Security/Management