Alex Ozkalay

Mobile: 904-***-**** Alpharetta, Georgia Jacksonville, Florida ad31vh@r.postjobfree.com

**Professional Summary:**

Highly skilled and certified Cyber Security Analyst with over 5 years of experience in IT and Cybersecurity. Proven track record in using advanced tools like CrowdStrike Falcon and Sentinel One for real-time threat detection and response. Adept at conducting security audits, penetration testing, and phishing analysis to enhance organizational security posture. Committed to continuous learning and staying at the forefront of cybersecurity trends and technologies.

**Core Competencies:**

- Threat Detection & Response

- Ransomware Mitigation

- Security Auditing

- Penetration Testing

- Phishing Analysis & Prevention

- Compliance Management

- Strong Analytical Skills

- Clear Communication

- Critical Thinking

**Certifications:**

- CompTIA Security+ Certified

- Google Cyber Security Certified

**Professional Experience:**

Cyber Security Analyst / SOC Analyst COSMOS SYSTEMS Alpharetta, GA

Mar 2021 - Present (3 years)

- Utilize CrowdStrike Falcon to monitor, analyze, and neutralize real-time cyber threats, significantly reducing the risk of data breaches.

- Implement SentinelOne for endpoint protection and respond to advanced persistent threats (APT) with a focus on automation and integration.

- Develop and conduct regular security audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

- Lead penetration testing initiatives to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen network and system defenses.

- Spearhead a comprehensive project on phishing analysis and prevention, resulting in a 78% decrease in successful phishing attempts.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall security strategies and incident response plans.

IT Security Analyst / Business Consultant DISCOVERY ACADEMY of SCIENCE Tampa, FL

Aug 2019 - Mar 2021 (2 years)

- Managed security infrastructure and conducted real-time analysis of immediate threats using Trellix and other security tools.

- Played a key role in mitigating ransomware attacks, leading to the recovery of critical data and minimizing downtime. (31% decrease YTY)

- Assisted in the development of security policies and procedures to align with best practices and compliance standards.

IT Consultant / Business Operations Specialist RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL

Oct 2015 - Aug 2019 (4 years)

- Understood customer requirements and business objectives.

- Provided strategic advice on using technology to achieve goals.

- Managed IT initiatives and collaborate with in-house technical staff.

- Designed IT systems and networks ensuring the right architecture and functionality.

- Supported new technology implementation.

- Trained users in new and existing IT systems.

- Aided with technical issues.

- Revised existing systems and suggest improvements.

- Produced reports.

helped to save 5% of organization budget by fixing 200 laptops

**Education:**

Clayton State University

Master of Information Systems

2023 - Present

Dokuz Eylul University

Bachelor of Business – Business Management

2007 - 2015

**Technical Skills:**

- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

- Incident Response

- Network Security

- Cryptography

- Risk Assessment

- Cloud Security

**Professional Development:**

- Attendee at Utility Cyber Security Forum 2023 - 2022 - 2021

- Active member of SANS Community, Linkedin Cybersecurity Forum, ICSF

**References:**

Available upon request.

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