Information Systems

KELVIN ECHENIM

Catonsville, MD 410-***-**** ********@****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelvin-echenim/ Education

• Master’s in Information Systems, University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). GPA: 3.96 Expected May 2024

• Ph.D. in Information Systems, University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). Expected May 2026

• M.B.A. Business Administration, Delta State University. GPA: 3.58 Jul 2017

• B.Eng. Electrical / Electronics, University of Benin, Nigeria. GPA: 3.59 Feb 2009 Certifications

• ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity [2024] - 1646337 Jan. 2024

• Oracle Autonomous Database Cloud 2019 Certified Specialist [2020] - OC2033501 July. 2020

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) - CSCO12552771 Aug. 2015

• Project in a Controlled Environment (PRINCE2 foundation) Oct. 2010 Skills summary

Data Science and

Analytics:

Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Knowledge Representation, Ontology Development, Data Visualization Programming Languages: Python, R

Web Development

Scripting:

React JS, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SCSS

Python, PowerShell, Bash

Networking:

Cloud:

LANs, WANs, Firewalls, Routers, Switches, RF, Microwave, BSS, BSC, RNC, QoS, etc. Azure (Fundamentals), AWS (Fundamentals)

Operating Systems: Linux, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS Mail Migration:

Database:

Data Visualization:

O365, Gmail

SQL, PL/SQL, SPARQL

Tableau

Productivity Software:

Cybersecurity:

Frameworks/Laws:

Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Visio, Outlook) Security Principles and Operations, Network Security, Access Control, Incidence Response, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery

ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, GDPR

Projects

• Ensuring Privacy Policy Compliance of Wearables with IoT Regulations

(IEEE Trust, Privacy, and Security 2023 conference – first author, accepted, and presented, awarded NSF student travel grant)

• Developing a comprehensive knowledge graph for real-time IoT data privacy compliance

(IEEE Big Data 2023 Knowledge graphs and Big Data workshop – first author, accepted, and presented)

• Enhancing network intrusion detection through machine and deep learning-based methods

• Predicting student dropout and academic success in higher education

• Thematic Analysis of Wearable IoT Privacy Policies

• Tree Mortality Big Data Analysis and Modeling

• Implementing machine learning predictive modeling on the living repository of the New York State Workers Compensation Board (September 22, 2022). Assembled Workers' Compensation Claims: Beginning 2000, State of New York. Retrieved October 4, 2022.

Work Experience

Graduate Research Assistant, University of Maryland Baltimore County, Information Systems Aug 2022 – Date Topic: Automated Legal Document AnalyQcs

• Using Text Mining, NLP, ML, Knowledge Graph/Semantic Web concepts/techniques, LLMs Graduate Teaching Assistant, University of Maryland Baltimore County, Information Systems Aug 2022 – May 2023 Course: Advanced Database Projects

• Grading Graduate Course that features the concepts and theories of database management systems, and PL/SQL Data Analyst Field Service Manager, Globacom April 2020 – August 2022

• Analyzed Network data reports; validated Key Performance Indicator compliance with the Communications Commission set standards and directives for Quality of Service.

• Directed the implementation of Work Orders relating to network installations and upgrades.

• Interfaced with the Sales team in my coverage area; aided the Sales team in making data-driven decisions relating to their market strategy and target network areas per time.

• Monitored and assessed general network performance; proffered germane solutions and recommendations for network optimization.

• Supervised a team of 5 trainees and engineers to achieve zero site downtime, per the technical Operations & Maintenance business objectives.

Field Service Engineer, Globacom April 2020 – August 2022

• Implemented Work Orders for the Integration/Commissioning/Maintenance of equipment/links on the Alcatel-Lucent, Huawei, and ZTE platforms from Base Transceiver Station (BTS) to Base Station Controller (BSC) to Radio Network Controller (RNC)

• Provisioned, implemented, and maintained Business E1/STM links to corporate clients; conducted drive tests, site swaps, transceiver replacements, E1/T1/ETH port analysis, module, and general network upgrades.

• Carried out preventive maintenance of RF/microwave links; maintained over 80 cell sites comprising BTS, BSC, ADM, Routers, Switches, and Microwave radio equipment.

Volunteer roles

Member, Rotary Club July 2022 – Date

• Community Service – District 7620

• High School Volunteer teacher – District 9141

Professional associations membership

International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC2) - 1646337 Jan 2024

• Member

Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) - 3857449 May 2023

• Member

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) - 98726232 Jan 2023

• Member

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