Dawson R.

● Performed advanced host analysis leveraging metadata, signature-based alerts, reverse engineering tool suites, and EDR solutions. Utilized Security Onion, Zeek, Suricata, Splunk, Elastic, and Carbon Black in high-stakes mission environments. ● Led analyst teams during mission-critical cyber operations; coordinated technical support for joint operations. ● Led multi-disciplinary teams in advanced threat detection, endpoint forensics, and security monitoring. ● Delivered hands-on training to over 100 cyber analysts on detection workflows, tooling, and methodology. ● Generated timely threat intelligence and reporting in support of national cybersecurity priorities. ● Mentored and trained analysts in threat hunting, malware triage, and Al integration in cloud-based hunt operations.

● Designed, developed, and deployed custom multi-million-dollar cyber infrastructure for real-world Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) conducted across the world. ● Designed and built production-ready sensors, SIEM platforms, and EDR Integrations using tools such as Zeek, Suricata, Splunk, Elastic, and Carbon Black. ● Built and maintained complex virtualized environments using ESXi and ProxMox hypervisor solutions with secure networking and redundancy capabilities integrated. ● Directly interfaced with stakeholders from foreign nations to facilitate the conduct of DCO and guarantee success of operational requirements without disrupting production environments.

● Served as Divisional Leading Petty Officer (LPO) as a First Class Petty Officer, leading a joint team of Sailors and Soldiers in a high-tempo, mission-critical environment. ● Acted as a Supervisor for day-to-day operations, training coordination, and administrative management while fostering a cohesive and mission-focused team culture. ● Demonstrated strong leadership through effective delegation, personnel development, and performance management. ● Successfully navigated the complexities of a joint service environment, building cross-functional collaboration and operational readiness.

● Built and administered enterprise-scale simulated networks for the Persistent Cyber Training Environment (PCTE). ● Emulated advanced persistent threat (APT) actors during red/blue team exercises to assess and enhance defensive capabilities. ● Engineered realistic attack scenarios and provided post-exercise instruction to improve threat detection and response strategies. ● Supported and managed cyber exercises by provisioning virtual infrastructures for mission certifications. ● Delivered technical training on system loadouts to Cyber Protection Teams (CPTs). ● Implemented secure configurations, patch management, and system monitoring. ● Maintained range environments supporting real-world operational readiness.