Tommy Cregan
Tralee, Co. Kerry
Summary
I am a highly capable, IT professional with a strong passion for all things Cybersecurity. I consistently showcase a proactive mindset and an eagerness to adapt, learn, and grow in my daily responsibilities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Application Security Analyst
Aspen Grove Solutions
Tralee, Co. Kerry
05.2020 - Current
- Implemented end-to-end vulnerability management processes, reducing SLA resolution times by 16% through scheduled automation and improved tracking.
- Investigated and triaged security findings, accurately classifying them as false positives or actionable vulnerabilities, contributing to a 95% accuracy rate in vulnerability classification, as part of quarterly OKRs.
- Led fortnightly vulnerability management review meetings with team leads, ensuring alignment on remediation priorities, tracking progress against SLAs, and driving accountability across engineering teams.
- Co-led the adoption of the 'shift left' approach through DevSecOps within the company through the introduction of SAST.
- Conducted ongoing manual/automated application and infrastructure scans using tools like Burp Suite, Pentest-Tools.com, Snyk, and the AWS security suite (Security Hub, GaurdDuty, Inspector, Macie etc).
- Enhanced defence-in-depth by improving security header scores across all applications, and establishing robust content security policies.
- Enhanced alignment with data protection standards through creating and embedding Privacy Policies, Cookie Consent Solutions, and Terms & Conditions into application workflows.
- Continuous threat landscape analysis using OWASP, Mitre ATT&CK, and CISA guidance.
- Delivered security training and awareness programmes across technical and non-technical teams.
- Engaged in continuous threat landscape analysis using OWASP, Mitre ATT&CK, CISA.gov, and many others.
Web Development & Marketing
Aspen Grove Solutions
Tralee, Co. Kerry
06.2017 - 05.2020
- Led front-end and back-end development for client LMS websites using WordPress and custom tools.
- Spearheaded the migration of all LMS platforms from Moodle to WordPress, enhancing maintainability, increasing uptime, and reducing operational costs.
- Resolution of critical incidents, minimising downtime, maintaining reputation and organisational mitigating.
- Produced high-quality opening videos for company conferences, enhancing the impact of corporate presentations and events.
- Produced corporate marketing content and enhanced marketing effectiveness via new tool integrations.
Web Designer
SJS Web Design
Listowel, Co. Kerry
01.2016 - 04.2017
- Designed secure, SEO-optimised WordPress websites, aligned with client objectives.
- Administered cPanel hosting environments including configuration and performance tuning.
- Ran targeted marketing campaigns leveraging analytics and conversion insights.
Education
Master of Science - Strategic Threat Intelligence and Incident Leadership
Atlantic Technological University
Donegal/Online/Nights01-2026
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Institute of Technology
Tralee, Co. Kerry2015
FETAC 5 - Computer Studies
Kerry College
Tralee, Co. Kerry2010
Skills
Cybersecurity, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, OSINT, OWASP, AWS, Pentest-Toolscom, NIST, Mitre ATT&CK, ISO 27001, Powershell, HTML/CSS, Git, Burp Suite, OWASP Top 10, Snyk, Pentest-Tools, Security training, Data protection compliance, Problem-solving, Public speaking
Certification
- AWS Security Specialty (in progress for 2026)
- HashiCorp Terraform Associate (2025)
- AWS Solutions Architect – Associate (2024)
- CompTIA Linux+ (2023)
- Certified Ethical Hacker – CEH (2022)
- CompTIA Security+ (2022)
- CompTIA Network+ (2021)
- AWS Cloud Practitioner (2019)
References
- Available on request.
Timeline
Application Security Analyst
Aspen Grove Solutions
05.2020 - Current
Web Development & Marketing
Aspen Grove Solutions
06.2017 - 05.2020
Web Designer
SJS Web Design
01.2016 - 04.2017
Master of Science - Strategic Threat Intelligence and Incident Leadership
Atlantic Technological University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Institute of Technology
FETAC 5 - Computer Studies
Kerry College