Meet the Nerd

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A highly versatile cybersecurity professional with over five years of experience in identifying and mitigating potential risks within organizations and developing security-first software solutions.

Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of regulatory standards to ensure compliance and foster a culture of organizational integrity and accountability.

Combining technical expertise with a unique and engaging approach to leadership and process development, Jaelyn excels in risk analysis, policy and process development, problem-solving, software development, and above all, leading by example.

Skills & Training

Software Development

  • Front-end software development
  • Back-end software development
  • Database management
  • Quality assurance testing

Project Management

  • Agile management
  • Policy development
  • Training design & instruction
  • Client relationship management

IT Security

  • Identity & Access Management
  • Cloud security configuration
  • Risk assessment
  • Incident response
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Penetration testing

Leadership

  • Strategic planning
  • Mentorship & coaching
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Experience

BoomID

Software Security Engineer

Designed and implemented a security program, achieving SOC II Type I certification within two months, showcasing expertise in compliance and process optimization.

Administered AWS security configurations, including firewalls, security groups, and encryption, to ensure robust cloud security.

Mentored junior engineers and improved team collaboration to enhance troubleshooting and issue resolution.


Goldiknox

Risk & Compliance Analyst

Conducted risk assessments and evaluated security postures of client organizations, aligning solutions with frameworks like the Carnegie Risk Maturity Model.

Delivered actionable recommendations, tailored reports, and automated solutions, enabling improved security monitoring and compliance.

Collaborated with IT departments to develop and refine security processes, contributing to better alignment with client expectations and service level agreements.


Cayden Security

Web Application Security Tester

Diagnosed and mitigated web application vulnerabilities using industry-standard tools such as BurpSuite, aligning findings with customer security needs.

Produced comprehensive security reports with clear recommendations, aiding clients in prioritizing and addressing critical risks.


Camdun Solutions

Full-Stack Engineer

Managed projects and developed customized web-based solutions using React, Node.js, and CMS platforms like WordPress and Shopify. Implemented CI/CD pipelines and collaborated with clients to meet business goals.


Quadshot Digital

Assistant Web Designer

Assisted in the development and design of client websites. Ensured responsive design and customized HTML/CSS to meet client specifications.


Conduent Solutions

Apple Technical Support

Provided specialized support for account security, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring compliance with Apple’s customer service and security protocols.


Education & Certifications
Issuing Body Degree/Certification Year
Western Governors University Bachelor of Science 2025 ...
California State University Bachelor of Arts 2016 ...
College of Southern Nevada Associate of Arts 2013 ...
ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) EXP: 08/28 #1983251
CompTIA Security+ EXP: 08/28 #COMP001022840609
Clark County School District Advanced Computer Science Teaching License EXP: 06/27 #111034
Nucamp Certified Full-Stack Software Developer 2020 ...

Additional Information

Technologies & Tools

  • AWS
  • Azure
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Suite
  • Jira
  • Confluence
  • Git/GitHub
  • VS Code
  • Postman
  • Bitbucket
  • Docker
  • Sonarcloud
  • MongoDB
  • Supabase
  • BurpSuite
  • Metasploit
  • PostgresSQL
  • React
  • Node.js

Frameworks

  • NIST-CSF
  • OWASP Top 10
  • MITRE ATT&CK
  • COBIT
  • ITIL
  • CSA CCM
  • PCI-DSS
  • HIPAA
  • GDPR
  • CCPA
  • FISMA
  • FedRAMP
  • SOC 2

Methodologies

  • Agile, Scrum
  • Scrum
  • Waterfall
  • DevSecOps
  • CI/CD
  • RMF
  • SIEM
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Incident Response
  • Penetration Testing
  • Threat Modeling
  • Security Auditing
  • BC/DR

Languages

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Python
  • Ruby
  • SQL
  • Golang
  • Typescript

References available upon request.

Contact

I am available Monday - Friday, 10am to 6pm PST.

Location: Las Vegas, NV

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