Jen Cottle

Senior Cyber Engineer, Splunk Practice Lead

CISSP, CEH, Splunk Certified Architect

With 15 years of cybersecurity and Information Assurance experience, Jennifer Cottle is a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer and Endpoint Management Specialist at SecureStrux. Jennifer provides expert assessments and solutions for clients within the Defense Industrial Base, with a focus on compliance and secure system configurations.

Her key expertise includes:

  • Designing and implementing engineering solutions for Windows OS, web servers, database servers (SQL), and HBSS (McAfee ePO).
  • Supporting compliance by configuring PKI, Certificate Authority, and DoD-compliant systems.
  • Architecting and deploying Splunk solutions for large enterprise clients, with a focus on optimizing performance and reporting capabilities.
  • Developing and implementing Splunk dashboards and reports for improved visibility and security management.

As a Splunk Certified Architect, Jennifer has successfully deployed scalable solutions for large enterprises, leveraging her deep knowledge of Splunk to enhance data visibility and streamline operations.

Jennifer’s contributions to the field extend beyond implementation:

  • She has instructed DISA RME Application Security & Development v3 STIG Walkthrough courses and reviewed A&A processes for multiple applications.
  • A member of various cybersecurity teams, Jennifer has provided expert input on CCRI Staff Assistance Visits, vulnerability assessments, and prioritized risk remediation strategies for organizations such as DLA and USACE.

Jennifer holds an M.S. in Computer Science from Wake Forest University, a B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science from Concord University, and a B.A. in Equine Science and Business Management.