Hazel Benefield

Hazel Benefield is an experienced cybersecurity professional currently serving as a Cybersecurity Analyst at Cole Engineering Services, Inc. since January 2021. Prior to this role, Hazel held multiple positions at Raydon Corporation from September 2013 to January 2021, including Information Security Analyst, SharePoint Developer I, and Associate Information Security Analyst, with a focus on securing Windows and Linux operating systems to Department of Defense (DoD) standards and familiarity with Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) controls. Hazel is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at Western Governors University, with an expected completion date of December 2024, and holds an Associate’s Degree in Network Systems Technology from Daytona State College, earned between 2014 and 2017. Hazel's educational background includes a high school diploma from Spruce Creek High School, obtained in 2013.