William Peele

About William Peele

I am a Security Engineer II, Network Defense at SECU, focused on protecting enterprise networks through proactive threat detection, incident analysis, and defensive security controls. My work centers on identifying and mitigating risk, strengthening network defenses, and supporting a resilient security posture across the organization.I bring more than 20 years of experience in enterprise technology and operations, providing a strong foundation in network infrastructure, system reliability, and risk-aware decision making. This background enables me to approach cybersecurity with both technical depth and operational perspective.My expertise includes network security monitoring, threat hunting, forensic analysis, and security testing, supported by credentials such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA PenTest+, and Cyber Threat Hunting. I am committed to continuous learning and staying ahead of evolving threats.Collaboration is central to my approach. I work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure security is embedded into network architecture, processes, and culture enabling SECU to operate securely and with confidence.

Experience

1. Security Engineer Ii - Network Defense

   Ncsecu

   Feb 2026 — Present · Raleigh, NC, US

   As a Security Engineer II, Network Defense at SECU, I support containment-focused cyber services across cloud and data center environments by designing, implementing, and operating network security controls with minimal application impact. I collaborate closely with senior engineers, infrastructure teams, and software developers to deliver secure, well-planned changes through SECU’s change management process while improving responsiveness and resilience. My work includes evaluating and implementing security technologies such as IDS/IPS, NGFW, VPN, WAF, DDoS protection, and cloud security controls; troubleshooting complex security issues; documenting operational procedures; and identifying opportunities for automation, efficiency, and service quality improvement. I bring a strong foundation in TCP/IP, security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001), and enterprise networking, and serve as a Tier II resource for security incidents while continuously developing toward subject matter expertise in network defense.

Education

• University of Maryland Global Campus

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Cybersecurity

• University of North Carolina Wilmington

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, History

• Western Governors University

  Master's Science, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance