Michael Wentzell

About Michael Wentzell

I am currently a Cloud Security Analyst for Effectual, where I assist a client in the FinTech sector working towards securing private and confidential data. Prior to that I was a Senior Security Engineer at Lab Defensive Technologies, where I developed and executed comprehensive incident response strategies to identify and mitigate advanced persistent threats (APTs) utilizing industry-grade tools such as FireEye, Carbon Black, and CrowdStrike. I also managed Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, including Splunk, LogRhythm, and AlienVault, to monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity incidents.I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at Western Governors University, where I am expanding my knowledge and skills in network security, risk management, and cybersecurity. I have also obtained multiple certifications in networking and security, such as AWS Cloud Practitioner, CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and Project+, and Axelos ITIL v4. I am passionate about protecting organizations and individuals from cyber threats and ensuring the security and integrity of data and systems.

Experience

1. Senior Security Engineer - Soc Operations

   Lab 7 Defensive Technologies

   Jan 2022 — Present · US

   Developed and executed comprehensive incident response strategies to identify and mitigate advanced persistent threats (APTs) utilizing industry-grade tools such as FireEye, Carbon Black, and CrowdStrike.• Proficiently managed Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, including Splunk, LogRhythm, and AlienVault, to monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity incidents.• Conducted rigorous cyber forensics investigations using cutting-edge tools and techniques to identify root causes and attack vectors of security incidents.• Proficiently utilized STIX/TAXII for sharing and receiving cyber threat intelligence, improving the organization’s defense mechanisms.• Utilized penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Wireshark to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the systems.• Spearheaded efforts to identify and mitigate zero-day vulnerabilities, ransomware attacks, and DDoS incidents, significantly enhancing the organization’s cybersecurity resilience.• Ensured adherence to COBIT and NIST cybersecurity frameworks and ISO 27001/27002 standards, leading to improved security posture and compliance.• Directed the deployment and configuration of advanced malware protection tools and systems to defend against evolving cyber threats.

Education

• Western Governors University

  Bachelor of Science, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

  2021 — 2025