Extremely driven, meticulous, and passionate about preventing cyberattacks while maintaining private information. Bringing a proven track record of exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality. Competent in establishing security controls in place, performing vulnerability scans, and conducting security audits while maintaining industry standards are being followed. Reducing security incidents brought on by human error through mitigation and enhancing security posture overall. Proficient in managing complex calendars, prioritizing tasks, and delivering high-quality results within tight deadlines. Adept at clear and concise communication, both written and verbal, facilitating effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders. Driven and analytical computer science graduate with a love for cybersecurity looking for a role as a cybersecurity analyst. Eager to put theoretical knowledge into practice, possessing practical tool experience and a strong dedication to protecting digital assets.
· Basic knowledge of firewall configurations, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems (IDS)
· Security Tools: Wireshark, Nmap, and Metasploit, Autopsy FTK- Imager, PowerShell, Netstat, Telnet, Nmap
· Basic knowledge of Python scripting for automation and security testing
· Familiar with Windows and Linux, MARS
· Understanding of risk assessment, vulnerability scanning, and remediation strategies
· Established a personal lab to gain hands-on experience with security tools
· Set up and configured virtual machines using VirtualBox to replicate different network environments
· Implemented and tested various security measures, including firewalls and IDS
· Conducted simulated attacks to evaluate and strengthen system defenses
· Identified vulnerabilities such as cross-site scripting (XSS) and SQL injection
· Developed a comprehensive report with recommendations for improving application security
· Provided technical support for network and security issues, enhancing troubleshooting skills
· Assisted in implementing and monitoring security updates and patches
· Documented and analyzed security incidents to refine response procedures
· Conducted research, compiled data, and prepared analytical reports to support decision-making processes.
· Assisted in organizing company events, including conferences, seminars, and team-building activities.
· Handled confidential information with utmost discretion and maintained strict confidentiality protocols.
· Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth communication and coordination between departments and establish new operational procedures, which resulted in a 30% increase in department productivity
· Effectively recognized and resolved quality problems in the company network to preserve product standards and save $7,000 a year in waste expenses
· New root cause analysis policies were implemented to help find reoccurring defects faster; over the course of a year, the number of client complaints about defective products dropped from 45% per month to 10% on average
· Managed complex calendars, scheduled meetings, and arranged travel itineraries for senior executives
· Coordinated and executed various administrative tasks, such as drafting correspondence, preparing reports, and creating presentations
· Oversaw office operations and maintained inventory
· Acted as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating excellent communication skills and professionalism
Firewalls
Assisted with the deployment and management of security patches and updates across the network. Contributed to improving internal security policies and procedures based on observed vulnerabilities.
Syracuse University's, D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military families (IVMF) · CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)
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Syracuse University's, D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military families (IVMF) · CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)