Syed Bilal Haqqi

281-***-**** – ad230m@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Driven and adaptable cybersecurity enthusiast seeking an engaging role in the field to utilize my expertise in information security and dedication to continuous learning. Committed to contributing to an organization's cybersecurity objectives and collaborating with a dynamic team to mitigate risks and protect critical assets.

Education WGU – Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Certifications

CompTIA PenTest+ CompTIA CySA+ CompTIA Security+ CompTIA Network+ CompTIA Project+ ISC2 SSCP

Experience

Cyber Security Analyst – Aviation and Weather, Houston TX

01/2020 – present

Monitored, detected, responded to, and mitigated security threats by utilizing industry standard tools such as Crowdstrike (EDR), Tanium, and Exabeam (SIEM).

Actively participated in cybersecurity audits and contributed to the review, modification, and implementation of cybersecurity policies and procedures.

Spearheaded investigations into reported phishing attempts, swiftly analyzing and neutralizing potential risks to safeguard sensitive organizational data and maintain a robust security posture.

Produced insightful reports on secure application usage, equipping the organization with practical guidelines and recommendations based on NIST and ISO guidelines.

Orchestrated robust email filtering mechanisms with Mimecast, proficiently blocking malicious content, and guaranteeing the secure flow of legitimate communications.

Analyze and respond to threats from Firewall (FW), Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), Antivirus (AV), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and other security data sources.

Area Sales Manager – Dillards, Houston TX

12/2015 – 01/2020

Managed a team of 20 employees as Men's Department Manager, overseeing day-to-day operations, driving sales, and ensuring exceptional customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.

Consistently surpassed monthly sales goals, leveraging strategic planning, effective team leadership, and a deep understanding of customer preferences to maximize revenue and profitability.

Developed and executed comprehensive merchandising strategies, resulting in visually appealing displays, optimized product placement, and increased customer engagement, driving sales growth.

Implemented effective inventory management practices, minimizing stock discrepancies, optimizing stock levels, and ensuring product availability to meet customer demand.

Led training initiatives for the sales team, equipping them with product knowledge, selling techniques, and customer service skills, resulting in improved employee performance and customer satisfaction.

Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including buyers and visual merchandisers, to align product assortment, pricing strategies, and promotional activities, fostering a cohesive and successful retail environment.

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