Security Engineer Information

ISAAC BOATENG

Lithonia, GA ***** 770-***-**** *****.*.*******@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/isaac-boateng-0b919a185/ PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Certified Cybersecurity Professional with 20+ years of experience in threat detection, incident response, and network defense. Proven expertise in implementing SIEM systems, analyzing network traffic to mitigate threats, and ensuring compliance with standards like NIST, ISO 27001, and GDPR. Skilled in security analysis, incident response coordination, and developing security policies. Adept at conveying complex security concepts to diverse audiences, fostering organizational security awareness. Member of ISC2 and InfraGard SKILLS AND TOOLS

Security Tools: Splunk Enterprise Security, IBM QRadar SOAR, SentinelOne, CrowdStrike Falcon, Fortinet, Proofpoint, Resilient, The Hive, Jira, Nmap, VirusTotal, Any Run, Tenable.io, Nessus, Qualys, Armis, Acunetix, Metasploitable Networking: NetFlow analyzer, WireShark PCAP Analysis, DNS, Whois, Virtual Box, TCP/IP, IDS/IPS, WAF Frameworks: NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP Top 10, Cyber Kill Chain Operating Systems: Windows OS, MAC OS, Kali Linux, Ubuntu Data Analytics: Communications and Informatics, Programs Planning and Systems Thinking WORK HISTORY

Lead Security Operations Center Analyst 08/2024 - Current CyberNow Labs – Sterling, VA

• Provide support in a 24x7 Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC), focusing on detection, response, and support roles.

• Manage notable events on Splunk ES, including authentication failures, connections to known malware sites, traffic from untrusted networks, and firewall denials.

• Conduct log analysis using SIEM solutions like Splunk ES, providing recommendations to technical teams through The Hive and Jira ticketing systems.

• Monitor company devices using Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools such as CrowdStrike Falcon.

• Use Proofpoint cloud-based email security to analyze emails for legitimacy, including files, domains, and emails, utilizing OSINT tools.

• Analyze PCAP files to narrow down anomalous traffic using Wireshark and examined details of infected hosts

• Create Indicators of Compromise (IOC) which are presented in executive summary reports each week. Data Center Technician 05/2024 - Current

Milestone Technologies – Newton, GA

• Manage and maintain hardware infrastructure in datacenter by installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining servers.

• Configure and upgrade servers, resolved technical issues, and conducted regular inspections to ensure system integrity.

Network and Solutions Specialist/Technical Consultant 04/2016 - 03/2024 Cyber Security Threat Intelligence Group (CYSTIG) – Ontario, Canada

• Designed and reviewed Network and Security Operations Center protocols, enhancing system reliability by 20%.

• Assessed and optimized 100+ firewall rules using Fortinet and Check Point, ensuring compliance with security policies.

• Trained and mentored new hires on advanced network management techniques, achieving 100% operational readiness.

• Led the oversight and modernization of the network infrastructure division, reducing downtime by 30%. Network Engineer, Sergeant First Class 04/1999 - 03/2015 US Army

• Led a team of 6 network engineers in designing and implementing over 130 aggregated circuits, maintaining less than 2% performance degradation across all networks.

• Developed and enforced Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for secure operations supporting 1,000+ users across multiple security enclaves.

• Led the installation of a non-standard satellite configuration, improving service quality by 30% for all customers while serving as the lead for tactical SATCOM network architecture for the Korean peninsula.

• Programmed and deployed 25 network nodes within 2 weeks, completing the project 8 weeks ahead of schedule and significantly reducing costs.

• Established a maintenance tracking database, achieving a 90% efficiency rate in managing satellite school maintenance records and reports.

• Maintained high customer satisfaction through proactive strategies by addressing issues promptly and ensuring reliable communication services.

EDUCATION

University of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ

Bachelor of Science, Information Technology Information Systems Security Associate of Applied Science, Electronic Technology University of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ

CERTIFICATIONS

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+

• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

• Qualys Certified Specialist

• Fortinet Certified Associate Cybersecurity, Certified Fundamentals Cybersecurity

• Certified Defensive Security Analyst (CDSA)

• Foundation level Threat intelligence Analyst

• Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

• OWASP Top 10

• Information Assurance Security Officer (IASO)

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