Michelle Cooper
Details
Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance
Western Governors University
2023 : 2024
Certificate
Cybersecurity
Vanderbilt University
2022 : 2022
2U
TA Cybersecurity Bootcamp
Implement and maintain all Jail Operating Standards according to the TN Corrections Institute to maintain compliance certification.
Created training lesson plans and administered job specific training to Correctional Staff in order to comply with requirements for staff certification.
Managed and maintained all court documents regarding inmates,inmate sentences, and medical documentation in order to comply with state standards of care. Inmates were never kept longer than intended and all medical reimbursements from the state were filed and received in a timely manner.
Whenever new technology and services were added to the facility, I facilitated and helped install/troubleshoot inmate commissary systems through Keefe Supply Company. Maintained all accounting software of inmate funds and transactions including billing for services.
Facilitated and helped install inmate video visitation through City Telecoin, created alerts within the software for specific rule infractions, key words in text transitions and system tampering to maintain the safety of the facility and its occupants.
Assisted in the installation of the Windows 2016 Server for the Sheriff’s office including getting all workstations connected to the network, assigning new users and passwords, connecting all relevant devices and troubleshooting
Effectively communicated with the public in order to maintain an open line of communication for incidents and public relations.
Conducted in depth investigations within the jail that required following chain of custody and evidence discovery. All investigations I conducted that warranted criminal prosecution were successfully prosecuted in a court of law. This helped to deter criminal behavior and create a safer environment.
2009 : 2019
McNairy County Sheriff's Office
Assistant Jail Administrator
Skills
Access Control, Analytical Skills, Cloud Security, Communication, Computer Forensics, Critical Thinking, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Disaster Recovery Planning , Employee Training, Firewall Configuration , Instructor-led Training, Kali Linux, Linux, Malware Identification, Mobile Device Security, Network Administration, Network Security, Operations Management, Organizational Leadership, Penetration Testing, Presentations, Problem Solving, Security Configuration , Security Policies, Splunk, Threat & Vulnerability Management, Threat Analysis, Threat Detection, Vendor Management, Wireshark
About
I have completed the Cybersecurity Bootcamp through Vanderbilt University and have completed the CompTIA Security+ exam. I am also enrolled in WGU working toward my Bachelor in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance. I have discovered a new passion for all things cybersecurity.
I am an effective problem-solver who brings both technical aptitude and an understanding of business processes. Background in creating training lesson plans and implementing that training. Passionate about security and driven to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and tools in the InfoSec community, and increase awareness of security best practices at all levels of the organization.
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