Jalin DesChamps
Cybersecurity & Cloud Security Professional
MBA – Information Security & Assurance | AWS • Power BI • Security Operations | (ISC)² CC Certified
Cybersecurity and cloud-focused technology professional passionate about building secure, scalable systems and solving real-world business challenges through cloud infrastructure, security operations, and data-driven insights.
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About Me
Driven by Security. Grounded in Business.
Jalin DesChamps is a cybersecurity and cloud-focused IT professional currently completing his MBA in Information Security & Assurance at Kennesaw State University. He bridges the gap between technical execution and strategic business thinking — combining hands-on experience in cloud security, AWS environments, Power BI analytics, and security operations with a sharp operational mindset honed across diverse professional environments.
With a foundation built on real-world data analysis, dashboard development, infrastructure troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration, Jalin brings both depth and versatility to every role. He is actively seeking early-career opportunities in cybersecurity, cloud operations, IT support, and security-focused technology roles where he can contribute immediately and grow fast.
His passion spans threat detection, vulnerability assessment, cloud infrastructure hardening, business intelligence, and security operations — making him a uniquely well-rounded candidate ready to add value from day one.
Areas of Interest
  • Cybersecurity & Threat Detection
  • Cloud Security & AWS Environments
  • Security Operations (SOC)
  • Infrastructure Security & NIST Practices
  • Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
  • IT Support & Process Improvement
  • Vulnerability Testing & Assessment
  • KPI Reporting & Power BI Dashboards
Certifications
(ISC)² Certified in Cybersecurity
CC Certification — Industry-recognized credential validating foundational cybersecurity knowledge and best practices.
Introduction to Cloud Security
Formal training in cloud security principles, shared responsibility models, and securing cloud-native environments.
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Foundational certification establishing core concepts across network security, identity management, and threat awareness.
Technical Expertise
Skills & Professional Experience
Cloud Security & AWS
Securing cloud environments, managing access controls, and applying AWS security best practices across infrastructure layers.
Security Operations
Threat detection, incident awareness, and vulnerability testing grounded in NIST security frameworks and operational protocols.
Power BI & Data Analytics
Building interactive dashboards, KPI reporting solutions, and pivot table analyses that turn raw data into actionable insight.
Network & Vulnerability Analysis
Conducting network assessments, identifying attack surfaces, and applying structured methodologies to reduce organizational risk.
Process Improvement & Reporting
Streamlining operational workflows, improving reporting accuracy, and driving efficiency through data-backed recommendations.
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Core knowledge across identity & access management, cryptography, security architecture, and compliance best practices.
Professional Experience & Education
Experience Timeline
Graduate Professional Assistant — KSU
2025 – Present | Built KPI dashboards and reporting solutions for the Office of the Vice Provost. Analyzed confidential operational data, improved reporting accuracy and efficiency, and collaborated across academic and administrative teams to support strategic institutional initiatives.
Museum Operations & Retail Associate
Trap Music Museum · 2021 – 2025 | Supported high-volume guest operations, managed inventory and retail processes, and consistently delivered exceptional customer experiences. Demonstrated reliability, leadership, and operational composure under pressure.
Electronics Sales Associate — Walmart
2022 | Assisted customers with technical product guidance and troubleshooting, resolved device and connectivity issues, and supported department operations in a fast-paced retail technology environment.
Education
MBA – Information Security & Assurance
Kennesaw State University · 2025 – 2026
Graduate-level curriculum covering advanced cybersecurity strategy, cloud governance, risk management, and enterprise security architecture.
Bachelor's Degree – Information Security & Assurance
Kennesaw State University · 2022 – 2025
Foundational and intermediate study in cybersecurity principles, network defense, systems security, and information assurance with hands-on lab exposure.
Portfolio
Featured Projects
A selection of hands-on projects demonstrating applied skills across cloud security, threat operations, and business analytics. Each project reflects a real-world business problem solved through technical execution and security-first thinking.
AWS Secure Cloud Environment
Designed and deployed a hardened AWS environment applying IAM policies, VPC segmentation, and S3 security controls. Demonstrates cloud infrastructure security and AWS best practices.
AWS
IAM
VPC
Security Operations Dashboard
Built a real-time security monitoring dashboard using Power BI to visualize threat events, alert frequency, and incident response KPIs — bridging SOC operations with executive reporting.
Power BI
SOC
KPIs
Vulnerability Assessment Project
Conducted a structured vulnerability assessment using industry-standard tools and NIST methodology to identify, prioritize, and document security gaps across a simulated network environment.
NIST
Network Analysis
Risk
Threat Monitoring Lab
Configured and tested a threat monitoring lab environment to simulate detection scenarios, log analysis, and alert triage — building practical SOC analyst skills in a controlled setting.
Threat Detection
Log Analysis
Power BI Analytics Dashboard
Developed an interactive operational reporting dashboard with drill-down KPIs, automated data refresh, and pivot analysis — improving decision-making speed and reporting efficiency by over 40%.
Power BI
Excel
Analytics
Let's Connect
Available for early-career opportunities in cybersecurity, cloud security, IT operations, and security-focused technology roles. Open to full-time positions, internships, and collaborative projects.
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GitHub
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Resume
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"Built with purpose, security, and continuous learning."