James C.

James C. has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. James'smost recent position was at First Information Technology Services, Inc, where they worked as an Information Technology Consultant. In this role, they conducted Blue and Red Team Operations, utilized various software tools for testing web services, and developed tools to enhance Red Team effectiveness.

Prior to that, James worked at Tapestry Solutions as a Field Service Representative. James'sresponsibilities included managing updates to Windows Server and third-party applications, supporting updates at satellite sites, and administering Active Directories.

Before joining Tapestry Solutions, James worked at Leidos in two different roles. As an Information Technology System Administrator, they maintained a virtual server environment and implemented and maintained Windows Active Directory and Group Policies. James also used vulnerability scan results to perform system security assessments. As a Software Engineer, James utilized various programming languages and development tools to design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain system software applications.

James began their career in the US Navy, where they held various roles. As an EKMS Manager/Custodian, they maintained communications security equipment and keying material. James also ensured the conformity of the local COMSEC program to NSA's security standards. Additionally, James served as a Special Security Administrator, Personnel Clerk, and Administrative Assistant, performing a range of administrative and security-related tasks.

Overall, James has significant experience in information technology, cybersecurity, system administration, software development, and administrative roles.

James C. earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer and Information Systems Enterprise Computing from DeVry University, attending from 2013 to 2016. In 2018, they pursued further education at the SANS Technology Institute, where they obtained a Master's certification in Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking, completing their studies in 2020. Alongside their formal education, James C. also obtained several certifications, including the C++ Certified Associate Programmer from the C++ Institute in July 2016 and the GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) from GIAC Certifications in May 2018. In the same month, they also achieved the GIAC Advisory Board certification. Later, in December 2018, James C. earned the GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN) certification. Additionally, they obtained the CompTIA Security+ certification from CompTIA in August 2015. Lastly, James C. is listed as having the GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT) certification, but no specific dates for obtaining it are provided.