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Security Operations Incident Response

Location:
Houston, TX
Posted:
February 06, 2025

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Resume:

Omololu A. Adekoya

Houston, Texas *****

409-***-**** - ********@**********.*** - WWW: Bold Profile

Professional Summary

Proactive and detail-oriented Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst with over 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, specializing in threat detection, incident response, and security operations management. Proven ability to analyze security events in real-time, mitigate risks, and enhance organizational security posture. Strong communicator with a collaborative approach to problem-solving in high-stress environments.

Skills

Threat Detection

Incident Response

SIEM

Endpoint Technologies

Network-based Technologies

Security Operations Management

Information Security Programs

Client Relations

Interpersonal Skills

Training & Development

Security Awareness Training

Technical Proficiency

Automated App Deployments

MFA Solutions

Network Security

Analytical Skills

Continuous Improvement

Time management

Attention to detail

Risk analysis

Root-cause analysis

Strategic planning

Issue identification

Regulatory compliance

Trend analysis

Risk mitigation

Incident reporting

Intrusion detection

Intrusion detection and prevention

Network threat assessment

Teamwork and collaboration

Data analysis

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Presentation building

Verbal and written communication

Work History

06/2024 to Current

Security Operations Center Analyst

Cyhornet, – NYC

●Conduct real-time analysis of security events using SIEM and endpoint technologies, successfully identifying and mitigating over 150 potential security incidents within the first year

●Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and mature information security programs, resulting in a 30% reduction in incident response time

●Interface with clients to address escalations and concerns, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate in client service interactions

●Drive the implementation of security services for new clients, including automated app deployments and security awareness training, leading to a 40% increase in user adoption of security protocols

●Develop and analyze success metrics to measure the impact of security initiatives, continuously identifying opportunities for process improvement

●Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.

●Conducted comprehensive security assessments and audits, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending actionable solutions that improved security posture by 35%

●Developed and delivered security awareness training programs, increasing employee engagement in security practices by 30%

●Collaborated with IT teams to implement security measures for network and endpoint protection, resulting in a 50% decrease in phishing incidents

03/2022 to 04/2024

Security Analyst

SpringNet – Lagos, NG.

●Conducted comprehensive security assessments and audits, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending actionable solutions that improved security posture by 35%

●Developed and delivered security awareness training programs, increasing employee engagement in security practices by 30%

●Collaborated with IT teams to implement security measures for network and endpoint protection, resulting in a 50% decrease in phishing incidents

●Monitored security events and alerts, providing frontline defense against cyber threats and ensuring compliance with organizational security policies

●Assisted in the development of incident response plans, which improved response times and reduced the impact of security incidents

●Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging security technologies and trends, contributing to the continuous improvement of security operations

Education

02/2007

MSc.: Computer System Engineering

University of East London - London, UK

07/2011

Master of Arts: Management

University of Durham - (Durham Business School) - Durham, UK.

01/2000

B.Sc.: Chemical and Polymer Engineering

Lagos State University - Lagos, NG

Additional Information

Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time for client engagements and security assessments., Ability to pass extensive background investigations as required by security protocols.

Certifications

●CompTIA Certification - CompTIA Security+ - COMP001022712508 (Issued Jan. 2025 - Expires Jan. 2028)

●CompTIA Certification - CompTIA Network+ (Sept. 2007)

●Cisco Certification - CCNA (2010)

●ISEB Certification - Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management (2007)



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