Karen Leal Cano

956-***-**** add88p@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-leal-cano/

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Dynamic, detail-oriented, bilingual professional highly regarded for the ability to collect and distribute reports that enable peers and executives to manage work seamlessly across the company and ensure targets are achieved. Outstanding presentation and communication skills, understanding business requirements to cross-collaborate and increase profits. Proficient in determining system requirements and resolving technical issues quickly. Skilled in providing effective leadership in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Wireshark • SANS SIFT • Cryptography

• Articulate & Drugal • Microsoft Office • SimSpace

• Java, SQL

EDUCATION

• Project Management

• Cloud Computing

• Constant Contact

• Windows OS, Linux • DBMS (Visio, Access)

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Master of Science in Information Technology-Cyber Security GPA: 3.57 Graduation: May 2020 Texas A&M International University

Master of Art in Language, Literature and Translation GPA: 3.90 Graduation: August 2017 Texas State University

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice GPA: 3.89 Graduation: August 2014 EXPERIENCE

Business & Technology Analyst (Internship) January 2020 – May 2020 Allosense, Inc. (San Antonio, TX)

• Interpreted data, analyzed results and provided intelligent insights through in-depth analyses.

• Delivered project management assistance for implementation of key operations initiatives.

• Partnered with engineering team to enhance and implement technologies to meet specific business project goals.

• Prepared and delivered market research and relevant technology trend presentations for company-wide meetings.

• Collaborated with key leaders at local and state-wide meetings with potential clients and investors. Lead Graduate Associate September 2018 – May 2020

University of Texas at San Antonio-Center for Student Professional Development

• Managed the training of fifteen new hires and managed weekly scheduling for six Graduate Associates.

• Tracked attendance of 2,300 students and 280 volunteers for 26 events as part of the Career Action Program.

• Provided valuable oversight of employer and student tracking databases for department events.

• Anticipated potential operational and technological problems before major events and implemented solutions. Graduate Associate January 2018 – September 2018

University of Texas at San Antonio-Center for Student Professional Development

• Tracked attendance of 780 business students over the course of 20 events for biannual Career Action Program.

• Created, organized and delivered presentations to various student groups, including orientation events. Staff Assistant June 2016 – August 2017

Texas A&M International University-Office of the President (Laredo, TX)

• Conducted destruction of university records dating from 1970s to present based on record retention schedule.

• Organized and converted 75% of office records dating from 1970s to e-file and maintained database.

• Managed front lobby as responsible secretarial support staff. Student Manager February 2015 – June 2016

Texas A&M International University-Community Relations and Special Events (Laredo, TX)

• Promoted from Facility Assistant to Student Manager nine months after initial hire.

• Designated to open the building and appropriate classrooms/offices.

• Administered set-up and breakdown of various large University events that required top attention to detail. Intern June 2014 – July 2014

Notzon Law Firm (Laredo, TX)

• Researched potential and current clients using databases provided by firm and past legal proceedings.

• Rendered support during trials and legal proceedings. PROJECTS

• Kali Linux v. Windows XP Security: A Lab Report on Security Scanning Tools

• Key Generating, Encryption and Security Scanning

• Linux Johnny and Windows SAMInside: A Lab Report on Password Cracking

• ARTI Request for Proposal (RFP)

• Cyber Range Scanning and Vulnerability Testing

• Host Hardening Via DISA Tools

• Security Assessment Report for Undisclosed Local Client

• Development of CSPD 24/7 Professional Development Content website ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

• Dean’s List (Texas State University): Fall 2011, Spring 2012, Spring 2013, Fall 2013, Spring 2014

• Texas State University-International Student Leadership Association (ISLA), member

• Texas State University-Alpha Lambda Delta (ALD), Volunteer Coordinator

• National Leadership Conference (San Diego)-Alpha Lambda Delta (ALD), October 2013

• The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS), member

• Texas A&M International University-Club de Español Siglo XXI, Secretary

• Texas A&M International University-Sigma Delta Pi Chapter Phi Xi, member

• Prospanica Conference & Career Expo (Orlando)-UTSA College of Business, October-November 2019

• University of Texas at San Antonio-Prospanica UTSA Chapter, founding member

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