Blair Rice
Blair Rice

Centennial, CO

https://www.linkedin.com/in/blair-rice-815078b/

 As an experienced cyber security consultant, I specialize in identifying risks and implementing effective solutions to help protect startups and Fortune 500 companies from security threats. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the latest industry best practices, I am confident in my ability to assess and mitigate risks, ensuring the security and stability of my clients' systems and networks.

Experience

Sr. Cyber Security Consultant

Capgemini | Denver, CO | Oct 2019 - Present

  •  Conducted threat intelligence and hunting using Splunk and other enterprise tools.

  • Coordinated across multiple internal and external teams for incident response.

  • Developed internal tools for threat hunting and digital forensics.

  • Identified and executed projects that improved incident detection and response capabilities.

  • Researched phishing emails to validate them as potential threats.

Incident Response Engineer

Array Information Technology | Rockville, MD | Sep 2018 - Jul 2019

  • Conducted threat intelligence and hunting using Splunk and other enterprise tools.

  • Coordinated across multiple internal and external teams for incident response.

  • Developed internal tools for threat hunting and digital forensics.

  • Identified and executed projects that improved incident detection and response capabilities.

  • Researched phishing emails to validate them as potential threats.

     

Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Anthem | Richmond, VA | Feb 2018 - Sep 2018

  • Provided technical support for system privilege access management and application whitelisting on workstations and servers (Windows 7/10, Mac, Windows server 2008/2012/2018, Citrix, and Unix).

  • Developed and implemented policies for workstation operating systems.

  • Advised team on vulnerability management process and procedures.

  • Conducted research and drove proof-of-concepts for new security technologies.

  • Made recommendations for mitigating identified risks.

  • Managed and maintained McAfee EPO Portal environment.

  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.

     

Security Consultant

Thomson Reuters | Richmond, VA | Oct 2017 - Dec 2017

  •  Conducted threat intelligence and hunting using Splunk and other enterprise tools.

  • Coordinated with multiple internal and external teams for incident response.

  • Developed internal tools for threat hunting and digital forensics.

  • Improved incident detection and response capabilities through identification and execution of relevant projects.

  • Validated potential threats by researching phishing emails.

 

Senior Cyber Security Analyst

UC Davis | Sacramento, CA | June 2017 - Oct 2017

  • Conducted threat detection, response, and investigation.

  • Created and documented IT security processes.

  • Ensured HIPAA, SOX, and PCI compliance.

  • Analyzed and responded to spurious login activity.

  • Documented new processes and procedures.

  • Helped develop and modify the current incident response plan.

Activities

In addition to my professional experience, I am actively involved in the security community and regularly participate in online security groups and events such as DEFCON. I strive to share my knowledge and experience with other security professionals and those outside of the industry.

 SKILLS

  • Strong analytical skills, with a track record of successfully identifying and mitigating security risks.

  • Expertise in Windows, Mac, and Linux systems, with proficiency in HTML, Python, and PowerShell.

  • Involvement in the security community, including participation in online security groups and events such as DEFCON.

  • Commitment to sharing knowledge and experience with other security professionals and those outside of the industry. • Proven ability to write comprehensive incident reports and improve incident response processes.

  • Experience reviewing and evaluating new technologies

  • Experience reviewing and evaluating new technologies to determine their suitability for a given security environment.