Grc Analyst Network Security

Albert Dadzie

Atlanta, GA *********@*****.*** ***-662-145

GRC ANALYST

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Result-driven GRC Analyst with 6 years of expertise in network security monitoring and incident response. Proven track record in implementing robust security measures, conducting audits and ensuring, NIIST, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and ISO 27002 compliance. Key skills include.

Research & GRC Analysis

Incidence response

Risk management

Network security

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

SIEM Utilization

Security policy development

Communication

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

HEALTH PLAN ONE (July 2024-present)

(SOC Analyst)

Leveraging ServiceNow to streamline incident response and enhance cybersecurity operations and safeguarding networks through proactive monitoring and threat mitigation.

Monitor, analyze, and triage security events across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments using SIEM tools integrated with ServiceNow whiles proactively identifying and investigating potential threats and malicious activities involving Firewalls, Office 365, and Azure AD.

Utilizing ServiceNow for incident management, including logging, categorizing, and prioritizing security incidents

Manage high volumes of security tickets, ensuring swift resolution and escalation of critical incidents, reducing response time by 30%.

Prepare comprehensive incident reports and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate vulnerabilities and strengthen system defenses.

Collaborate with IT, network, and application teams to resolve security incidents and implement preventative measures.

THREE 13 IT SOLUTIONS (July 2022-July 2024)

GRC Analyst

Conducting assessment to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance controls identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions to mitigate risks. Actively monitoring live systems for real threat identification and mitigation while promptly responding to incidents.

Conducted audits/security reviews, producing accurate documentation on control failures and gaps, guiding stakeholders on effective remediation processes

Aided staff in executing user access review, handling access management procedures and confirming adherence of systems and networks with SOC2 audit

Utilized Splunk to monitor live systems, proactively identifying and mitigating real-time threats enhancing overall cybersecurity posture

Supported third-party vendor risk assessments (SIG, SOC2, and contract document reviews), onboarding and due diligence processes ensuring vendors have adequate in-place security controls.

Executed various tasks, including researching updated frameworks, cyberthreats and drafting policies and procedures.

BRETHREN OF ATLANTA

Cyber Underwriter (August 2016-2020)

Conducted comprehensive cyber risk assessments for various industries, evaluating potential exposures and recommending appropriate coverage limits and terms.

Utilized advanced analytical tools and methodologies to identify, quantify, and mitigate cyber risks, contributing to the development of tailored insurance solutions

Assess remediation efforts and formulate detailed reports to share insights with executives, while creating and updating security policies, processes, and standards.

Developed and underwrote cyber insurance policies, ensuring alignment with industry standards and client needs

Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to draft clear and enforceable policy language, keeping abreast of emerging cyber threats and regulatory changes

Performed in-depth research to determine and resolve serious discrepancies regarding claims processing issues with the aim of enhancing overall accuracy and customer satisfaction rate.

CENTER OF SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH (August 2014-July 2016)

Lab Technologist/Help Desk

Responsible for quality analysis on drinking water and edible fluids. Implementing cybersecurity measures and physical access controls for safeguarding laboratory data.

Contributed to major research on drinking water, resulting in the presidential award in Ghana

Implemented physical access controls and robust backup systems reducing data loss by 20%

Monitored business applications via remote desktop

Organized and completed a cleanup of a six-month ticket backlog for FDA approvals improving operational efficiency

Ensured all supporting artifacts and results were documented appropriately and in a timely manner.

Implemented password resets, security questions, and utilized remote tools for user support

EDUCATION

• Bachelor of Science in Biological Science

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology – Ghana (Apostilled)

• Cybersecurity Certificate (Security +)

(ISC)2 Certified in Cyber Security

Per Scholas – Atlanta, GA.

CERTIFICATIONS& TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Ongoing JAVA Certification Cybersecurity Certification

Proficient in NESSUS, SPLUNK, JAVA, SIEM, NIST, WIRESHARK, SERVICENOW, EXCEL, MS, HTML, CSS, OSNIT, IDS, IPS.

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