Nicholas Rutzen
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Credentials
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Network+
CompTIANov, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Microsoft Project Pro 2011/2013
Microsoft
Experience
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Revantage, A Blackstone Portfolio Company
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United States
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Real Estate
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400 - 500 Employee
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Cloud Security Engineer
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Apr 2021 - Present
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Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN)
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Cyber Threat Analyst
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Feb 2017 - Mar 2021
-Designed, implemented, and administered two SIEM platforms (LogRhythm and Elastic) collecting over 10k mps -Implemented and administered one primary (Tanium) and two incident-scoped EDR solutions (Carbon Black & Crowdstrike Falcon) encompassing over 7000 devices -Assisted the FBI and Secret Service in multiple investigations -Performed as lead investigator on over 200 investigations; managing internal and external teams to drive investigations to closure while creating post-incident… Show more -Designed, implemented, and administered two SIEM platforms (LogRhythm and Elastic) collecting over 10k mps -Implemented and administered one primary (Tanium) and two incident-scoped EDR solutions (Carbon Black & Crowdstrike Falcon) encompassing over 7000 devices -Assisted the FBI and Secret Service in multiple investigations -Performed as lead investigator on over 200 investigations; managing internal and external teams to drive investigations to closure while creating post-incident remediation plans to address findings. -Performed all threat hunting activities, the findings of which represent over half of all notable investigations for the company -Assisted in the rollout and configuration of our vulnerability scanner (Nexpose) and advised on remediation of discovered vulnerabilities -Performed evidence collection and remediation necessary to ensure audit compliance of SOC2, HITRUST and SOX404 -Designed and implemented a log collection layer abstracted from the SIEM to avoid vendor lock-in and ensure efficient and robust logging -Designed and documented the majority of runbooks, cyber security incident response plans, and security analyst training materials -Configured and installed Radware DefencePros, Alteon SSL Decryptors, and Bypass Switches. -Adjusted Palo Alto and Checkpoint firewall rules to reduce attack surface and mitigate the risk of data exfiltration Show less -Designed, implemented, and administered two SIEM platforms (LogRhythm and Elastic) collecting over 10k mps -Implemented and administered one primary (Tanium) and two incident-scoped EDR solutions (Carbon Black & Crowdstrike Falcon) encompassing over 7000 devices -Assisted the FBI and Secret Service in multiple investigations -Performed as lead investigator on over 200 investigations; managing internal and external teams to drive investigations to closure while creating post-incident… Show more -Designed, implemented, and administered two SIEM platforms (LogRhythm and Elastic) collecting over 10k mps -Implemented and administered one primary (Tanium) and two incident-scoped EDR solutions (Carbon Black & Crowdstrike Falcon) encompassing over 7000 devices -Assisted the FBI and Secret Service in multiple investigations -Performed as lead investigator on over 200 investigations; managing internal and external teams to drive investigations to closure while creating post-incident remediation plans to address findings. -Performed all threat hunting activities, the findings of which represent over half of all notable investigations for the company -Assisted in the rollout and configuration of our vulnerability scanner (Nexpose) and advised on remediation of discovered vulnerabilities -Performed evidence collection and remediation necessary to ensure audit compliance of SOC2, HITRUST and SOX404 -Designed and implemented a log collection layer abstracted from the SIEM to avoid vendor lock-in and ensure efficient and robust logging -Designed and documented the majority of runbooks, cyber security incident response plans, and security analyst training materials -Configured and installed Radware DefencePros, Alteon SSL Decryptors, and Bypass Switches. -Adjusted Palo Alto and Checkpoint firewall rules to reduce attack surface and mitigate the risk of data exfiltration Show less
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SwipeSense Inc.
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Engineering Project Manager
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Jan 2016 - May 2016
-Managed a technical team developing a system of mesh-connected devices for a healthcare industry startup -Implemented startup company’s first project management system using Liquid Planner -Sourced and managed external contractors to overcome new company resource constraints -Managed a technical team developing a system of mesh-connected devices for a healthcare industry startup -Implemented startup company’s first project management system using Liquid Planner -Sourced and managed external contractors to overcome new company resource constraints
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Midtronics
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United States
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Engineering Project Manager
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Jan 2014 - Jan 2016
New Product Development - Managed projects from concept through PCBA design, SW development, and injection mold tooling to market release; representing over $2M in revenue in the first year - Designed and developed database backed Change Management system - Coordinated nation-wide pilot launch of new data management system New Product Development - Managed projects from concept through PCBA design, SW development, and injection mold tooling to market release; representing over $2M in revenue in the first year - Designed and developed database backed Change Management system - Coordinated nation-wide pilot launch of new data management system
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Lab Technician
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Oct 2013 - Dec 2013
- Assisted with 3D modelling, 3D printing, and electronics projects - Performed maintenance on the lab's 3D printers - Taught workshops on micro-controllers and basic circuitry - Assisted with 3D modelling, 3D printing, and electronics projects - Performed maintenance on the lab's 3D printers - Taught workshops on micro-controllers and basic circuitry
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Bosch
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Germany
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Electronic Services Department Intern
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May 2013 - Aug 2013
- Developed process tutorials for the Electronic Services department, including detailed work instructions for the newly introduced ERP system (SAP) and a MS Access program (REMAS) - Established material processes in the electronics-remanufacturing workshop - Assisted in the workshop layout design to improve material flow - Worked in a team to develop communications materials for Ronald McDonald House Charity activities - Utilized Excel VBA to develop custom macros and applications… Show more - Developed process tutorials for the Electronic Services department, including detailed work instructions for the newly introduced ERP system (SAP) and a MS Access program (REMAS) - Established material processes in the electronics-remanufacturing workshop - Assisted in the workshop layout design to improve material flow - Worked in a team to develop communications materials for Ronald McDonald House Charity activities - Utilized Excel VBA to develop custom macros and applications resulting in increased efficiency of workflows and a reduction in user error. Show less - Developed process tutorials for the Electronic Services department, including detailed work instructions for the newly introduced ERP system (SAP) and a MS Access program (REMAS) - Established material processes in the electronics-remanufacturing workshop - Assisted in the workshop layout design to improve material flow - Worked in a team to develop communications materials for Ronald McDonald House Charity activities - Utilized Excel VBA to develop custom macros and applications… Show more - Developed process tutorials for the Electronic Services department, including detailed work instructions for the newly introduced ERP system (SAP) and a MS Access program (REMAS) - Established material processes in the electronics-remanufacturing workshop - Assisted in the workshop layout design to improve material flow - Worked in a team to develop communications materials for Ronald McDonald House Charity activities - Utilized Excel VBA to develop custom macros and applications resulting in increased efficiency of workflows and a reduction in user error. Show less
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AIESEC
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Canada
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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ICX Team Leader
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2012 - 2013
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Chicago Custom Computers
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Blue Island
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General Manager
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May 2010 - Jun 2012
A company focused in the manufacture, repair, and upgrade of personal computers. A company focused in the manufacture, repair, and upgrade of personal computers.
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Education
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management, General -
Keio University
Study Abroad Program