Jason Staples
Georgia
Summary
Adept at identifying and resolving IT security vulnerabilities, I enhanced system integrity by 30% at Legally Can't Disclose. My expertise in network security and analytical thinking, honed at Mellys Custom Computers, underpins my ability to deliver robust solutions. I excel in fostering client relationships and driving technological advancements.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal Consultant
Guerilla Paralegal Inc
10.2024 - Current
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
- Conducted background investigations on defendant.
- Reviewed Deed of Trust, Title Commitment, and prior bankruptcies documents.
- Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
- Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Created weekly, monthly, and quarterly expense reports.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Wrote and filed pleadings with courts on schedule to maximize case success.
Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Tester
Legally Can't Disclose
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Designed tests and tools to break into security-protected applications and networks to probe for vulnerabilities.
- Developed solutions to security issues such as temperature, humidity, vandalism and natural disasters.
- Collaborated with external vendors to perform penetration tests on network devices, operating systems and databases.
- Developed risk assessment reports to identify threats and vulnerabilities.
- Conducted IT audit assessments for systems or applications to recommend solutions to mitigate risks.
- Conducted and participated in annual disaster recovery exercises.
- Analyzed security policies for usefulness and value to suggest security policy improvements.
- Assessed threats, risks and vulnerabilities from emerging security issues to advise pertinent stakeholders on appropriate measures.
- Recommended IT security improvements to achieve system confidentiality, integrity and availability.
- Conducted risk analysis, system certifications, auditing, security documentation and security testing.
- Identified weaknesses and vulnerabilities in network systems.
- Assisted with development of cybersecurity policies and procedures to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
- Simulated attack scenarios using threat actors' tactics and techniques.
- Used analysis from attack simulations to identify gaps in threat detection or response.
- Provided cybersecurity expertise on applications development projects, enabling appropriate operating environment configurations.
- Researched latest security threats and vulnerabilities to stay abreast of trends and threat actors.
- Documented entire penetration testing lifecycle during engagements for future review.
- Recommended measures to protect systems from modification, disclosure, or destruction.
- Reviewed proposed new systems, networks, and software designs for potential security risks.
- Conducted breach and attack simulation operations against systems.
Computer Technician
Mellys Custom Computers
- Used diagnostic tools to identify hardware failures and replace non-functional components.
- Linked computers to network and peripheral equipment.
- Tested and installed motherboards, processors, and graphics cards on desktops and laptops for corporate staff.
- Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Refurbished PC systems and peripherals such as monitors, networking equipment, printers, and more.
- Set up and maintained user accounts and client access.
- Performed troubleshooting to correct computer hardware and software malfunctions.
- Performed installation, maintenance and repair for complex internal computer hardware and various software applications.
- Completed routine and complex software installations, assisting users of various levels of computer sophistication in operation of new and existing software.
- Recovered critical information from data back ups to restore functionality.
- Recommended new and replacement hardware and software purchases.
- Maintained office PCs, networks and mobile devices.
- Managed system-wide operating system and software deployments as well as related software upgrade problems.
- Set up PCs, projectors, and microphones for use in video conferencing rooms.
- Configured systems according to prescribed software and hardware frameworks.
- Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices.
- Performed troubleshooting and repaired peripheral devices such as printers, scanners and VoiP.
- Corrected connectivity faults to restore user access to local networks, cloud-based storage and public web.
- Monitored server room, wireless network and other server infrastructure, keeping systems running smoothly.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
U.S. Air Force Security Manager
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Washington, DC11.2024
Behavioral Science in Insider Threat
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Washington, DC11.2024
Marking Special Categories of Classified Informati
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Washington, DC11.2024
Counterintelligence Awareness And Security Brief
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Washington, DC11.2024
Storage Containers And Facilities
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Agency
Washington, DCIntroduction To Information Security
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Washington, DC11.2024
Introduction To Personnel Security
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Washington, DC11.2024
Introduction To Industrial Security
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Washington, DC11.2024
Skills
- Issue diagnosis and resolution
- Application software testing
- Network testing
- Server installations
- Network security measures
- Computer configurations
- Help desk assistance
- Peripheral device installation
- Software applications
- Relationship building
- Analytical thinking
- Inventory management
- Network administration
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Workstation testing
- IT security management
- HelpDesk support
- Technical support
- Email account set up
- Telephone etiquette
- PC refurbishment
- Installation and repair
- VoIP applications
- Change management
- Data recovery
- System upgrades
- Cable pulling
- Remote support
- Software patching
- Issue tracking
- Hardware configuration
- Computer imaging
- Network configuration
- Programming
- Customer service
- Work integrity
- Hardware installation
- System backup
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Printer setup
- System diagnostics
- Network operating systems
- Peripheral repair
- Hardware and software installation
- Software feature demonstrations
- Software updates
- Technical writing
- Security best practices
- Network component installations
- Computer troubleshooting
- Installation management
- Attention to detail
- Wire pulling
- Security patching
- Regulatory compliance
- Technical analysis
- Electronic record integrity
- Performance optimization
- Disaster recovery
- Wireless networking
- Help desk support
- System testing
- User training
- Project management
- Device configuration
- Network security
- Verbal and written communication
- Server maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Web security
- Valid Driver's license
- Printers and peripherals installation
- Desktop and laptop installations
- Multi-line telephone set up
- Software licensing
- Settings configuration
- Hardware repair
- Operating system testing
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Virus removal
- Quality assurance controls
- Software installation
- Problem replication
Affiliations
Most Worship Union Grand Lodge of Florida PHA
American Bar Association
Atlanta Paralegal Association
Real Estate Investing Association (Buckhead / Beverly Hills)
Jewelers Board of Trade
Brotherhood of Tramsters
Certification
Google Cyber security
Pentest +
U.S. Air Force Security Manager
Timeline
Paralegal Consultant
Guerilla Paralegal Inc
10.2024 - Current
Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Tester
Legally Can't Disclose
01.2024 - 12.2024
Computer Technician
Mellys Custom Computers
U.S. Air Force Security Manager
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Behavioral Science in Insider Threat
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Marking Special Categories of Classified Informati
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Counterintelligence Awareness And Security Brief
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Storage Containers And Facilities
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Agency
Introduction To Information Security
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Introduction To Personnel Security
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
Introduction To Industrial Security
CDSE Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency
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