Security Operations Center

Office of Information Security

The UTMB Security Operations Center (SOC) is your frontline defense against cyber threats, working 24/7 to protect the systems, data, and services that power patient care, research, and education.

Our team combines advanced monitoring, rapid response, and proactive threat detection to keep UTMB secure and resilient. While much of our work happens behind the scenes, our mission is simple: protect what matters most so you can focus on what you do best.

What We Do

Always-On Threat Monitoring

We continuously monitor the UTMB environment to quickly detect and respond to suspicious or malicious activity.

Rapid Incident Response

When security incidents occur, we act fast to contain threats, minimize impact, and restore normal operations.

Email & Phishing Defense

We investigate reported emails and block malicious activity, helping protect you from phishing and account compromise.

Proactive Threat Hunting

We don’t wait for alerts. We actively search for hidden threats to stop attacks before they escalate.

Vulnerability & Risk Reduction

We identify and track security gaps and partner with teams to reduce risk across the organization.

Security Awareness & User Support

We empower employees with guidance and resources to recognize threats and safely navigate UTMB systems.

Security Insights for Leadership

We provide reporting and metrics that help leadership make informed decisions and strengthen UTMB security posture.

Collaboration Across UTMB

We work closely with IT and business units to ensure systems are secure, resilient, and aligned with best practices.

Meet the Team

Troy Finke

Security Analyst

Chris Hogarty

Security Analyst

Mikal Pennington

Security Analyst

Trevor Powers

Lead Security Analyst

Bryce Sims

Security Analyst

Joshua Speshock

Security Analyst

August Voytek

Lead Security Analyst