FAISAL

ISLAM

ad1zea@r.postjobfree.com

516-***-****

Columbia, MD 21044

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SKILLS

Threat and Vulnerability Management,

Penetration Testing, Writing Technical Reports,

COBIT, NIST and ISO Frameworks, Windows

Server, Active Directory.

Tools Used: Kali Linux, nmap, Wireshark,

Maltego, Burp Suite, Nessus, Metasploit.

EDUCATION

Cybersecurity Certification, Springboard,

December 2022

380+ hours of hands-on course material, with

1:1 industry expert mentor oversight, and

completion of an in-depth capstone project. 35+

mini projects that provide real-world context on

the world of cybersecurity and 30+ labs that

bridge theory to practice. Mastered skills in

systems security, network security, vulnerability

analysis, risk assessment and more.

Merrick School of Business, University of

Baltimore, 12/2009

Master of Business Administration

Johns Hopkins University, 01/2001

Master of Health Science: Environmental

Health Engineering

University of Maryland, 12/1992

Bachelor of Science: Biochemistry and

Applied Molecular Biology

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Cyber security professional with C EH and CompTIA Security+ certification, seeking opportunities to work with organizations to defend against the evolving cyber security threat landscape. After an extensive career in finance, driven to switch careers by the increasing cost of cybersecurity attacks and a lack of cybersecurity professionals to fill available spaces. Critical thinker and problem-solver with expertise in developing and executing processes that work cross functionally to execute strategic programs to ensure business success. Areas of expertise includes:

NIST and ISO Frameworks CIS Controls

Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing

Risk Assessment IDS/IPS

WEBSITES, PORTFOLIOS, PROFILES

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/faisal-islam-cybersecurity-mba- 7134a18/

WORK HISTORY

Springboard - Cybersecurity Fellow

01/2022 - Current

Performed an external penetration test on a hypothetical oil and gas company based on OWASP top 10 vulnerabilities:

The task was completed using the following four phases:

• Conducting simulated reconnaissance of the client.

• Simulating scans against the external network.

• Simulating the identification of vulnerabilities.

• Assessing threats and making recommendations.

Evaluated a hypothetical company for web application vulnerabilities including the following:

• Cross Site Scripting.

• Cross Site Request Forgery.

• Insufficient logging and monitoring.

Additional projects included the following:

• Active Directory domain services and Group Policy Management.

• Data Classification.

• Application Risk Assessment.

• Vulnerability Management using CIS controls.

• Identifying attack scenarios and recommending solutions.

• Security Awareness Training.

• Working within a SOC team and SIEM system.

• System Hardening.

CERTIFICATIONS

CompTIA Security+, December 2022

IBM, Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools

and Cyber Attacks, March 2023

C EH, EC-Council, October 2023

MEMBERSHIPS

Member of Infragard, 2023

Kerburn Rose - Director

01/2010 - Current

• Build and strengthen professional relationships with strategic partners.

• Research, identify, and create new clients that fit with the strategy of the group.

• Supervise and manage team, direct day-to-day operations, and monitor execution of deals.

• Render expert services as a member of the senior team in firm-wide decisions.

• Provide support to identify acquisition targets for fortune 1000 chemical company.

Xeon International - Relationship Manager

01/2009 - 12/2009

• Steered efforts towards development and execution of firm's strategic planning.

• Served as the primary partner interface, holding partners accountable for attainment of specific goals within U.S. and Europe. RPM DAP INC - Product Safety/Regulatory Specialist 01/2008 - 12/2008

• Liaised and functioned closely with research and development to guarantee compliance with complex VOC regulations for caulks, sealants, and adhesives.

• Planned, organized, and managed DOT, IATA, and OSHA training. RPM Chemspec INC - Technical Director

07/1992 - 12/2007

• Responsible for R&D, regulatory compliance, and operations. VOLUNTEER WORK

• Pacific Community Ventures: Advising women and minority owned small businesses on financial statements, company valuation, business development and funding sources.

• Results: Urging lawmakers to support issues that build the foundation to end poverty – health, education, and economic opportunity.

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