Security Operations
Incident Response, Threat Analysis, Alert Triage Concepts, Security Documentation, Root Cause Analysis
CYBERSECURITY • SECURITY OPERATIONS • RISK
Christopher Stafford
Cybersecurity Professional Building Toward Security Operations
B.S. in Applied Cybersecurity Management with leadership experience, technical problem-solving skills, and a strong foundation in incident response, risk assessment, security governance, business continuity, Windows environments, and networking fundamentals.
ABOUT
Technical curiosity backed by leadership experience.
I am a cybersecurity graduate with a background in technical manufacturing, team leadership, root cause analysis, and operational problem-solving. Before transitioning into cybersecurity, I progressed from CNC Operator to Manufacturing Shift Manager and later Research & Development Machinist.
My goal is to build a career in security operations where I can apply analytical thinking, clear documentation, disciplined workflows, and continuous learning to help identify and respond to real-world threats.
SKILLS
Cybersecurity foundations
Systems
Windows 10/11, Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy fundamentals
Networking
TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/HTTPS, VPN fundamentals
Frameworks
NIST CSF, NIST RMF, CIS Controls v8, ISO/IEC 27001
Programming
C++, Java, Python
Professional Strengths
Leadership, technical troubleshooting, documentation, process improvement, communication
PROJECTS
Selected cybersecurity work
Incident Response
Security Incident Response Planning
Developed response procedures for ransomware, phishing, malware, and insider threat scenarios, including containment, eradication, recovery, communications, and lessons learned.
Risk Management
Enterprise Risk Assessment
Identified assets, threats, vulnerabilities, business impacts, and mitigation strategies using structured risk-management methodologies and NIST guidance.
Resilience
Business Continuity Plan
Built a comprehensive continuity plan covering business impact analysis, recovery objectives, disaster recovery, incident coordination, and organizational recovery procedures.
Governance
Security Governance & Policy
Developed cybersecurity policies and governance recommendations aligned with NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001, and CIS Controls.
Windows Lab
Active Directory Administration Lab
Built and administered a Windows Server domain environment, organized users into organizational units, and applied Group Policy to support controlled access and standardized configuration.
EXPERIENCE
Leadership and technical operations
2023–Present
Teaching Assistant / Custodian
Lake County School Board
Support students and staff, maintain secure facilities, follow documented procedures, and contribute to safe daily operations.
2019–2023
R&D Machinist / Manufacturing Shift Manager
Ballistic Advantage
Supervised approximately 30 employees, performed root cause analysis, solved complex technical issues, managed operational documentation, and collaborated across teams in a precision-driven environment.
EDUCATION
B.S. Applied Cybersecurity Management
Grand Canyon University • August 2026
CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Development
CompTIA Security+ • In Progress
CompTIA Network+ • In Progress
CONTACT
Let’s talk cybersecurity.
I am currently pursuing opportunities in cybersecurity analysis, security operations, incident response, and related entry-level roles.