Robert Russ

About Robert Russ

GIAC-certified cybersecurity professional with experience in monitoring networks, threat detection, investigating security events, email security, incident response, and remediation through SIEM, XDR, and various enterprise security tools. Excels at articulately presenting complex material, communicating to various stakeholders with cultural competence, and developing innovative solutions to achieve goals.

Experience

1. Managed Data Detection and Response Analyst

   Varonis

   Jun 2024 — Present · US

   Monitor and respond to security alerts within the Varonis platform, ensuring timely threat detection and mitigation.• Conduct detailed triage of Varonis detections through critical analysis and investigative methodologies to assess and prioritize incidents.• Document and communicate investigative findings effectively across CRM and related systems to maintain accurate tracking and reporting.• Validate findings and coordinate investigation and response efforts with customers and internal teams, enhancing incident resolution.• Escalate security threats to customers via emails with detailed investigative reports.• Contribute to developing, documenting, analyzing, testing, and modifying Varonis\' threat detection systems, playbooks, and runbooks, driving continuous improvement in threat response capabilities.• Mentor junior analysts and interns, including developing training materials and documentation.

Education

• University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

  Bachelor's degree, Mathematics and Economics

• SANS Technology Institute

  Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Cybersecurity (ACS), Applied Cybersecurity