Cybersecurity Analyst Security

ELTON KAMWA

***** ********** ***, *****, ******** 20721

Cell: 240-***-**** ***********@*****.***

Highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst with 5 years of experience in developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and best practices resulting in a 25% decrease in security incidents and breaches. Proven track record in conducting regular vulnerability scans and penetration tests, identifying and remediating 75% of security weaknesses before they could be exploited. Collaborative team player with exceptional skills in monitoring and analyzing security events and logs, identifying and responding to 95% of security alerts and notifications within 15 minutes.

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Citrix, Zendesk, ServiceNow, MySQL, SIEM, Network Security, BitLocker Encryption, Symantec Endpoint Encryption, VMware, SCCM, Windows OS, Mac OS, Linux, Office 365, MS Exchange, Active Directory, Data Analysis, Systems Analysis & Design, Usability Testing, Remedy, ServiceNow, Salesforces, Tableau, Power BI, Qlik View, OKAT, Splunk, Unix, AWS, Incident management/ Triage, support analysis, Penetration testing, ServiceNow GRC.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

World Bank September 2022 Till present

IT Analysis

• Lead cybersecurity efforts, including risk assessments, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence analysis.

• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

• Conduct penetration testing and security audits to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in networks and systems.

• Manage incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and recovery from security incidents.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement security solutions that meet business needs while maintaining a strong security posture.

• Provide cybersecurity training and awareness programs to educate employees on security best practices..

• Implementing an agency-wide client-tracking database that provides more accurate client statistics.

• Manage and maintain the company's IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and software.

• Coordinate IT projects, including system upgrades, installations, and migrations. Trowe-Price

Security Analyst October 2021- September 7, 2022

• Conduct threat detection and analysis using SIEM tools ( Splunk, QRadar) to identify and respond to security incidents.

• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to evaluate the security of network and application systems.

• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and protocols to safeguard organizational assets.

• Lead incident response efforts, including containment, eradication, and recovery, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.

• Provide security awareness training and guidance to employees, enhancing overall cybersecurity posture.

• Collaborate with IT and other departments to address security issues and improve defenses. Capital One

Security Analyst January 2020 – August 2021

• Monitored network traffic and system logs for suspicious activity, escalating potential threats to senior analysts.

• Assisted in the development and maintenance of security incident response plans and playbooks.

• Conducted regular security audits and compliance checks, ensuring adherence to industry standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA).

• Analyzed security incidents to determine root causes and recommended preventive measures.

• Supported the implementation of security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.

• Prepared detailed reports on security findings, incidents, and vulnerabilities for management review.

Gioco

IT Support Specialist July 2018 – November 2019

• Provided technical support for IT systems and applications, troubleshooting issues and ensuring system availability.

• Assisted in the implementation and maintenance of ITSM processes, including incident and change management.

• Conducted training sessions for end-users on IT systems and best practices.

• Created and maintained documentation for IT support processes and procedures.

• Participated in IT projects, contributing to the successful deployment and integration of new systems.

• Perform data analysis using SQL and Excel to support decision-making and identify trends and insights. Technical Skills

• Security Tools: Splunk, QRadar, Wireshark, Nessus, Metasploit

• Network Security: Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, Network Monitoring

• Endpoint Security: Antivirus, EDR Solutions

• Programming: Python, PowerShell, Bash

• Other: Threat Intelligence, Risk Assessment, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management EDUCATION A

Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Security

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)

CERTIFICATIONS

CompTIA Security+,

AWS Solution Architect-Associate,

CISA Certification

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