Arushi Tayal

Exciting Update: GRC Analyst Certification Completed! I’m thrilled to share that I’ve successfully completed the The Definitive GRC Analyst Master Class from TCM Security. Throughout this course, I’ve gained in-depth, hands-on experience in key aspects of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), with a strong focus on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Key Achievements: Audits & Compliance: Conducted audits on NIST SP 800-53 cybersecurity controls, performing interviews, document reviews, and system testing to support compliance activities. Risk Management: Executed semi-quantitative risk analysis using NIST SP 800-30, identifying and addressing high-risk vulnerabilities. Security Awareness: Developed tailored security awareness content, ensuring end users improve their cyber hygiene and reduce operational risks. Governance: Created Information Security policies aligned with business objectives, focusing on access management and authenticator management for internal and third-party personnel. This course has deepened my expertise in building comprehensive security programs and has prepared me to contribute effectively to the GRC landscape. A huge thank you to Heath Adams and the team at TCM Security for creating such an in-depth and practical GRC Analyst Master Class, and a big shoutout to 👉🏼 Gerald Auger, Ph.D. for breaking everything down so clearly as the course instructor! #GRC #Cybersecurity #RiskManagement #Compliance #NIST #TCMSecurity

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As I am nearing the end of my cyber-security bootcamp with NJIT, I am now honing into some skills, specifically with this course in Tryhackme.com. This was an intro to pen testing.

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Diving a little bit deeper into my dissertation topics and I am SO EXCITED to dive head-first into this research! Some of the topics include: Digital Forensics & Artificial Intelligence Digital Forensics & Quantum Computing Legality of AI-Enhanced Artifacts in an Evidentiary-Based Setting Digital Forensics & Deep Fakes Digital Forensics & Big Data #cybersecurity #digitalforensics #dfir #ai #bigdata #ctu #coloradotechnicaluniversity

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🌟 I’m thrilled to share that I secured 3rd place in the Fall 2024 USCC Cyber Quests! 🎉 The competition consisted of four engaging parts that challenged my cybersecurity skills: Digital Forensics (Employee Data Theft): I investigated a complex case involving an employee who misused sensitive customer information, including credit cards, SSNs, and other SPII, to commit fraud. By analyzing pcap files, I traced his digital footprints to uncover his actions and whereabouts, enhancing my skills in network forensics. Digital Forensics (Military Data Breach): This scenario involved a sophisticated "coronablue" attack targeting a military warship’s data. I had to analyze the attack's methodology and identify vulnerabilities that were exploited, which required a deep understanding of cybersecurity threats and protective measures. Log Analysis: I analyzed Apache server logs from a provided text file. This task involved identifying unusual access patterns and potential security breaches, a crucial skill in incident response and forensic investigations. Data Sighting: In this final part, I worked on identifying faulty data within given datasets. Using Python, I fastened the detection process, refining my programming skills while enhancing my ability to work with data integrity issues. This competition felt like an intricate quiz, requiring critical thinking and problem-solving skills to unravel complex scenarios. I’m eager to continue expanding my knowledge in cybersecurity! Check out the leaderboard here: https://lnkd.in/gApZ_dmj #CyberSecurity #USCC #CyberQuests #DigitalForensics #LogAnalysis #DataAnalysis #python #digitalforensics #ethicalhacking #wireshark #networking #CCNA #CCNP

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The Levan NSU Broward Center of Innovation and Maverc Technologies team is making an impact on the future of cybersecurity While media coverage highlighting the cybersecurity apprenticeship program is an impressive acknowledgment - affirmations from the participants in the program are the ultimate compliment. The program leverages an award-winning model that was launched during the pandemic and was utilized in support of a U.S. Cyber Command and National Security Agency Centers of Academic Excellence on Cybersecurity-funded program. Graduates of the program are members of the military serving U.S. Army Cyber Command and U.S. Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command (MARFORCYBER), others are serving at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence all over the U.S. in various industries. Registration: https://lnkd.in/eXcr-giC The Pentagon Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs joined in and utilized the governance risk and compliance track to help small defense supply chain companies understand and comply with existing DoD cybersecurity regulations and prepare them for eventual compliance with the #CMMC. The program designed and developed one of the first impact level 4 (IL4) cloud-hosted continuous threat and vulnerability monitoring with the bonus of a correlation engine that mapped cyber vulnerabilities to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) RMF and the controlled unclassified Information (CUI) cybersecurity frameworks. Another first also leveraged by the Maverc Technologies and Dovestech LLC (Maverc partner) approach is regular pen testing and OT asset and cyber threat support for operational technology (OT) networks. The initial CMMC drafts did not address the industrial control cybersecurity aspects of the defense industrial base’s vital manufacturing segment. Today it does and now needs to add artificial intelligence and elements of zero trust as additional cyber resilience best practices. #Cybersecurity #CMMC #CyberFlorida #European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) U. S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs United States Southern Command U.S. Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command (MARFORCYBER) Florida International University Cyber Florida at USF: The Florida Center for Cybersecurity

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🚀 Exciting Plans Ahead! 🚀 I’m excited to share that I’m planning to pursue the Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate (CCNA Cyber Ops) certification! 🎓🔒 This certification will be a significant step towards enhancing my skills in cybersecurity, focusing on key areas such as: #SecurityConcepts: Understanding fundamental security terms and concepts. #SecurityMonitoring: Learning about technologies used to monitor cybersecurity and identifying various types of attacks. #HostBasedAnalysis: Analyzing endpoints and systems to identify sources of cyber attacks and key evidence. #NetworkIntrusion Analysis: Using troubleshooting techniques to assess event impacts, monitor traffic, and interpret data. With the increasing importance of cybersecurity in today’s digital world, this certification will equip me with the knowledge and skills to effectively detect and respond to cybersecurity threats. 🌐🔍 I’m looking forward to starting this journey and the opportunities it will bring. If you’re also interested in cybersecurity, let’s connect and share our experiences! Here is the link for more information: https://lnkd.in/dXFavihP #Like, #Comment, #Repost and #Send so it reaches everyone and the benefit spreads.

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Just completed my Critical think class at WGU! I learned key critical thinking concepts and how to apply them in the analysis and evaluation of reasons and evidence. The course examines the basic components of an argument, the credibility of evidence sources, the impact of bias, and how to construct an argument that provides good support for a claim. Great skills to have in the work place. #WGU #onaroll #grinding #BachelorofScience #CybersecurityandInformationAssurance

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Excited to attend my first #RSAConference! Looking forward to learning from the best in the security industry! I’m also glad to share that my work on #children’s security and privacy risks in #VR technologies has been covered by NC state news. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/e5XuCwPu

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I’m proud to share that I’ve completed my Bachelor of Science in Computer Networks and Cybersecurity at the University of Maryland Global Campus! 🎓 This journey started at the Community College of the Air Force, where I began laying the groundwork for this degree. I first enrolled as a young Airman First Class living in the dorms on Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany, just after returning from a deployment to Kosovo. At the time, I didn’t take school seriously—I was balancing the excitement of new experiences with the demands of military life. But over the years, as I gained focus and discipline, the process of learning and excelling in my coursework became almost effortless. Along the way, I maximized every opportunity, testing out of as many CLEP and DANTES exams as my school would allow and transferring in every possible credit. It wasn’t always smooth sailing—my GPA took a hit during a particularly challenging period in my life when hospitalization for health issues led to a couple of course failures for non-attendance. But setbacks don’t define me; resilience does. I transitioned from the Air Force to the private sector, merging my military and IT expertise. Starting in helpdesk roles, I honed technical skills, led junior staff, and built team efficiency. Promoted to a governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) role, I’ve tackled challenges like corporate mergers and acquisitions, policy creation, and vendor risk management. A highlight was leading First Legal to an A rating on 2024's HIPAA audit, showcasing measurable improvement under my direction. I also studied hard and achieved CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications, ultimately earning the CSIS certification while steadily working toward completing my degree—all while raising my young son and progressing my career. Now, I’m gearing up for the next chapter: pursuing a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity Management and Policy at UMGC, tackling the CISSP exam, and focusing on building my IT consulting company (stay tuned for the official announcement!). 2025 is shaping up to be one of my busiest and most rewarding years yet. #Education #Cybersecurity #Veteran #UMGCGrad #CompTIA #IT #Resilience #Motivation

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After over 6 months of studying, I am proud to say I have provisionally passed the CISSP exam. I am thankful for the many great resources out there that I used during the study prep process. -Luke Ahmed 🚀- Study Notes and Theory Videos and tough practice questions get you in the right mindset along with his "Think Like a Manager" book. Also Luke's willingness to answer any questions you have in the process shows his care for the community. -Destination Certification - The Destination Certification Book & the MindMaps simplified the material down and added another layer to learning the domains. -Mike Chapple - Official Study Guide, Practice Tests & LinkedIn Learning Course were extremely beneficial. -Pete Zerger, vCISO, CISSP - His exam cram video for the 2021 exam and his updated version for the new 2024 exam were the finishing pieces I used before taking the exam (very helpful.) LearnZApp Questions - Helpful tool for easy access to questions to practice at any free point you have in the day. Nothing worth working for comes easy, and the CISSP is no exception to that!

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I’m pleased to share the publication of a recent paper titled "ERAD: Enhanced Ransomware Attack Defense System for Healthcare Organizations" completed during my last semester at Georgia Institute of Technology. This research dives into the alarming rise of ransomware attacks within the healthcare sector and emphasizes the critical need for advanced cybersecurity defenses. Our study introduces the ERAD system, a novel defense mechanism designed to combat ransomware by utilizing the MITRE ATT&CK Matrix. This approach allows for a dynamic, tailored response at each stage of a ransomware attack, blending proactive and reactive strategies to bolster security measures effectively. Thanks to Dr. Vijay K Madisetti, Sergio Caltagirone and Nadiya Kostyuk for their expert guidance on this project. For anyone keen on understanding the intersection of cybersecurity and healthcare challenges, the full paper is available here: https://lnkd.in/geNzm6DZ #Cybersecurity #Healthcare #Research #GeorgiaTech #MITREATTACK

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LinkedIn Introduction Post Hello LinkedIn Network! I'm Larry Petty, a Trusted Information Security Advisor with almost three decades of experience in the information technology and cybersecurity field. Throughout my career, I have specialized in penetration testing, vulnerability management, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. I have had the privilege of leading and managing significant security initiatives that have bolstered the defenses of various organizations. As a subject-matter expert, I have helped companies enhance their security posture by conducting thorough information security assessments and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies. My work has not only involved technical assessments but also strategic advisory roles, assisting executive leadership in understanding and addressing complex security challenges. Starting this week, I'll be sharing my insights, experiences, and articles on LinkedIn. My posts will cover cybersecurity trends, best practices, and personal reflections on the evolving landscape of information security. My goal is to provide valuable content that helps professionals stay informed and secure in their digital endeavors. I’m excited to engage with this community and hear your thoughts on the topics I’ll be discussing. Feel free to share your comments and questions! Thank you for being part of my network. Stay tuned! #CyberSecurity #Infosec #VulnerabilityManagement #DataProtection #CyberAwareness #TechTrends #DigitalSecurity #InformationSecurity #RiskManagement

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🌐 Today, attended a fantastic conference on the impact of AI on cybersecurity, hosted by the Markham Board of Trade and sponsored by Computek College. 🎓Thank you to my college for giving me this opportunity! I had the privilege to learn from cybersecurity professionals about protecting organizations in today's tech-driven world. The statistics were eye-opening! 📊 Key takeaways: 1️⃣ Password Hygiene: Strengthen your first line of defense. 2️⃣ Think Before You Click: Avoid phishing attacks and malware. 3️⃣ Keep Software Updated: Stay ahead of vulnerabilities. Let's stay vigilant and secure! 🔒 Educate yourself, your neighbors, your community—anyone around you—and let's protect our world! 🌍 Markham Board of Trade #Cybersecurity #AI #ConferenceLearnings #PasswordSecurity #StayUpdated #LinkedInLearning #AIimpact #computekcollege #college

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The Marathon, Alright, Alright, Alrighttttttt (Kevin Hart Voice - Laugh at my Pain). First writeup has been completed and published. It is short and sweet to the point but that's alright. More detail writeups to come in the near future, including successful and unsuccessful/attempted challenges. This past weeks agenda was playing catch up in my 2 extracurricular classes (still am). With Network+, taking a fundamental dive into Data Encapsulation, Packets/Frames, and the TCP/IP Protocols. After completion of the US Cyber Games, will be going a little lighter on CTF Events for now to focus on classes, HackTheBox and PicoCTF material. Learning more about tools, best practices, and delivering write-ups. Check out my Medium writeup here if you like: https://lnkd.in/ejvhFge6 Until next time 💙 #ctfwriteup #nahamcon2024

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🎓 Cybersecurity Capstone Completed! Today marks the completion of my capstone project for my Bachelor of Science in Computer Networks and Cybersecurity at the University of Maryland Global Campus. This class, taken in the last 9 credits of my degree, is the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. With only two more classes (6 credits) remaining, I will officially be ready to graduate on December 10, 2024. As a 100% disabled veteran, I’ve navigated some unique challenges along this journey. Managing bipolar 1 disorder has been one of the most intense and difficult aspects of my life, but it has not stopped me. I proudly stand here as a stable individual of sound character, a great dad, and someone who continues to perform at a high level. I believe it’s time to remove the stigma surrounding chronic mental illnesses—I’m proof that it doesn’t limit capability, and I'm done talking about my challenges in hushed tones as if I'm somehow less. My condition has not prevented me from excelling and outperforming expectations in both my personal and professional life. On this journey, I’ve been through marriage, divorce, military service, raising a child, working multiple IT jobs, mentoring others, and overcoming mental health challenges. Along the way, I earned certifications like CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+, which, together with work and school, have helped me hone skills in many different areas such as hardware troubleshooting, computer networking, cloud technologies, ethical hacking, cybersecurity management, and protecting both homeland and private sector security. This year has been one of immense growth. As I look toward 2025, I know it’s going to be a transformative year—a year in which I truly step into my power. I’m ready for new challenges and opportunities. 🔑 Up next: CSIA 300 Cybersecurity for Leaders and Managers — my final course before graduation. Let’s make 2025 the year of breaking barriers and defying expectations. #neurodiversity #disabledveteran #cybersecurity

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I have earned the Stellar Cyber Essentials Associate certification! 🌟 This certification validates my skills in utilizing Stellar Cyber's Security Operations Platform, which is crucial for modern security operations and threat management. 🚀💻 Thank you to everyone who supported me throughout this journey! #Cybersecurity #StellarCyber #Certification #ProfessionalDevelopment #SecurityOperations

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🎉 Excited to Share My Achievement! 🎉I am thrilled to announce that I have officially earned the CompTIA A+ certification (Core 1 & Core 2)! This globally recognized credential validates my skills in IT support, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving. Through this certification, I have gained expertise in: ✅ Hardware and software troubleshooting ✅ Operating systems configuration (Windows, macOS, Linux) ✅ Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, Wi-Fi) ✅ Security basics and endpoint protection ✅ Cloud technologies and virtualization This milestone represents my dedication to continuous learning and my passion for technology. I am now even more equipped to tackle challenges in IT and provide innovative solutions. I am excited to leverage these skills in dynamic and fast-paced environments. If you’re looking for someone with a strong foundation in IT and a proactive approach to solving problems, let’s connect! #CompTIA #Certification #ITSupport #CareerGrowth #LearningNeverStops

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