Security Analyst Operations

zekarias taddesse

513-***-**** *********@*****.***

Summary

●Skilled security analyst with a proven record in managing Security Operations Centers (SOC).

●Proficient in using IDP/IPS systems to bolster network security.

●Experienced in SPLUNK for thorough log analysis and monitoring security events.

●Specialized in safeguarding web applications and critical online assets.

●Effective in creating and maintaining secure network environments.

●Swiftly responds to and mitigates cyber threats in Red and Blue Team Incident Response.

●Proficient in detecting threats through SIEM team scenarios.

●Capable of assessing and managing security risks through Risk Management Planning.

●Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills for effective security coordination.

Skills

●Penetration Testing

●Cloud Security

●Vulnerability Management

●Security Audits and Assessments

●Data Privacy and Protection

●Risk Management Planning

●Security Operations Centers (SOC)

●Incident Handling and Forensics

●Secure Environment Management (Secunvironment)

●IPS/IDS

Education and Certification

●Bachelor of science

●Associate of Applied Science

●Linux Essentials

●CompTIA A+

●CompTIA Network+

●CompTIA Security +

Cybersecurity Engineer Dec 2023 - Current

Texas Capital Bank, Dallas, TX

Responsibilities:

●Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to ensure project goals alignment.

●Clearly define the scope, objectives, and deliverables for each security task.

●Prioritize security tasks based on their potential impact on organizational assets and operations.

●Develop detailed plans for executing security tasks, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.

●Work alongside IT and other teams to establish and enforce security rules.

●Utilize Splunk for tracking and analyzing security events across the company's IT systems.

●Manage IPS and IDS systems to thwart network attacks effectively.

●Utilize EDR software to safeguard devices and promptly respond to threats.

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Environment: Jira, ServiceNow, Git, Splunk, IDS, IPS, EDR, WAF, Nessus, OpenSSL, encase, aws config, Symantec DLP, Demisto, WSUS, Linux

Security Analyst Feb 2022 - Nov 2023

Nordstrom - Seattle, Washington

Responsibilities:

●Prepare and present security reports and findings to senior management and regulatory authorities as required.

●Configure and maintain Azure Security Center to enhance the security of Azure cloud resources and workloads.

●Conduct penetration tests using Kali Linux, Nessus, and Nmap to identify critical vulnerabilities, reducing risk exposure by 15%.

●Performed initial-level vulnerability scans and assisted in exploit identification, contributing to a 20% reduction in time-to-remediation.

●Implement Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) solutions to heighten authentication security for users accessing company systems.

●Utilize IBM QRadar for log and event analysis to detect and respond to security threats and incidents.

Environment: IBM QRadar,, Nessus, FTK, Azure Security Center Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) solutions, Microsoft Azure Information Protection

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