Hi. I am a

Security Analyst
based in Austin.

01.

About Me

I bring technical expertise and a business-first mindset to protect assets without slowing growth. My goal is to turn cybersecurity from a cost center into a competitive advantage.

I keep companies safe without getting in the way of their growth. My job is to make security simple, effective, and invisible—until it is needed most.

02.

Recent projects

Endpoint Detection and Response

Using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.

PowerShell Suspicious Web Request

Where logs are coming from, what to look for, and what to do next.

Virtual Machine Brute Force Detection

Using Microsoft Azure for VMs and Sentinel for SIEM.

Threat Hunting Unauthorized TOR

How to proactively investigate threats on the network.

03.

My Expertise

As an expert in SOC operations, cloud security, and compliance, I specialize in detecting threats, hardening systems, and translating complex security challenges into clear, business-focused solutions.

1. Security Analyst

Protects critical systems and data while maintaining compliance and operational integrity.

2. Vulnerability Management

Finds and fixes security gaps before they become exploitable risks.

3. Threat Hunting

Detects hidden threats and suspicious activity proactively across networks.

4. Penetration Testing

Simulates real-world attacks to strengthen defenses and uncover weaknesses.

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Derrick on the Security Analyst team, and he’s one of the most curious and thoughtful analysts I know. He has a real passion for digging deep to understand the “why” behind issues, always pushing for clarity and improvement. Derrick has a strong and continually growing skill set, with a wealth of knowledge that shows in every conversation. He’s collaborative, sharp, and asks the right questions to move investigations and team discussions forward.
Aaron Falzone
Security Analyst at Abnormal AI

Let’s work together

Want a business-minded security analyst on your team? I’d love to hear what you need.

ask@derrickhorton.com