Cesar Fernandez-Cendejaz
863-***-**** **************.**********@*****.*** Arcadia, FL. LinkedIn Profile SUMMARY
GRC Analyst with years in regulatory compliance, staying up to date with regulatory changes, and collaborating with multiple departments to complete tasks. I assisted in conducting risk assessments, evaluating control effectiveness, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. I also collaborated with cross-functional teams to address risk issues and improve processes. RELEVANT COURSEWORK
SOC 2
NIST CSF
TPRM
ISO
HIPAA
CERTIFICATIONS EDUCATION
Western Governors University
Bachelors in Cybersecurity and
Information Assurance
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SYMPOSIA - REMOTE
GRC Analyst Intern
Risk Assessment
Assisted in conducting risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities within the organization. Evaluated the effectiveness of controls to ensure they adequately mitigated risks. Implemented a NIST CSF framework, increasing assessment efficiency and enabling quicker identification and mitigation of potential threats.
Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
Collaborated with IT and other teams to perform third-party risk assessments by reviewing SOC 2 reports. Addressed and resolved 5+ critical risk issues identified in the TPRM process, enhancing risk management efforts and improving interdepartmental communication.
Audit Preparation and Facilitation
Played a key role in preparing for and managing internal and external audits. Contributed to a successful audit outcome with no major findings by ensuring adherence to compliance requirements. Security Policy Development
Contributed to the creation and revision of security policies, resulting in an improvement in the organization's overall security posture. Analyzed existing security policies and recommended updates to strengthen compliance and reduce security risks. Compliance Documentation Management
Manage compliance documentation to ensure all necessary records were maintained and up to date. Facilitated the documentation process to support internal audits and adherence to regulatory requirements. October 2023 – Present
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+
ITIL 4 FOundations
ISC2 CC
FAMILY FIRST HOMECARE - SARASOTA, FL
Licensed Practical Nurse
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, and coordinating treatment plans to ensure optimal health outcomes. Ensured concise documentation of patient information accurately and collaborated with healthcare teams to support compliance with medical regulations and standards
Key Achievements:
Assisted in the development and enforcement of new clinical policies, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and improving overall care quality.
Lead the implementation of new physical security measures, including an access control system, which prevented security breaches and ensured a safer environment for patients and staff. January 2020 – Present
BAYADA HOME HEALTHCARE - TAMPA, FL
Licensed Practical Nurse
Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, and coordinating treatment plans to ensure optimal health outcomes. Ensured concise documentation of patient information accurately and collaborated with healthcare teams to support compliance with medical regulations and standards.
Key Achievements:
Identified and addressed potential safety risks, reducing patient incidents through proactive risk management and adherence to safety guidelines.
Contributed to a successful accreditation process by maintaining meticulous records and ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations, resulting in zero non-compliance issues.
September 2016 – December 2019