Welcome to lolwasdf's Infosec Sphere – Bridging the Gap Between Threat & Operations

This isn’t just another cybersecurity blog; it’s a look behind the scenes at how we actually respond to threats and build a more resilient security posture. I’m Travis, and for the past 2 years, I’ve been immersed in incident response, threat intelligence, and automation – primarily at HealthCare Organizations

My role sits at the intersection of these critical areas: proactively hunting for threats using threat intelligence, swiftly responding to incidents when they occur, and automating processes to improve efficiency and reduce human error. Here, you’ll find firsthand accounts of what that means in practice – from analyzing complex alerts to deploying automated remediation solutions, and even navigating the challenges of integrating security into ordinary IT projects.

I’ll be documenting:

Incident Response Recaps: Detailed accounts of real-world incidents we handled – including the initial detection, investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery phases.
Threat Intelligence Analysis & Integration: How we leverage threat intel feeds to inform our investigations and proactively defend against emerging threats.
Automation Strategies & Implementation: The tools and techniques we use to automate repetitive tasks, streamline workflows, and improve response times – from SIEM rules to SOAR playbooks.
IT Project Security Integrations: Sharing insights on how security considerations are (or aren’t!) incorporated into standard IT projects – covering areas like cloud migrations, software deployments, and network changes.
Lessons Learned & Best Practices: Key takeaways from our successes and failures, designed to help you build a more effective incident response program and integrate automation effectively.

I believe that the most impactful security solutions are built on a foundation of real-world experience, blending tactical response with strategic intelligence and efficient automation. Join me as we explore this dynamic intersection.

Let’s talk about turning threats into opportunities for improvement.