Information Security Analyst

Dennis Amoako

******.********@*****.*** 973-***-**** Clayton, DE

SUMMARY Seeking role as Insider Threat Analyst with 5 years of experience in threat detection and investigative support. Proven expertise in developing governance structures and identifying risk indicators through comprehensive security audits and penetration testing. Strong background in incident response and compliance with regulatory standards, enhancing security measures across various sectors. WORK EXPERIENCE Bay health hospital Dover,DE

Information Security Analyst Jul 2024 - Oct 2024

• Implemented and managed security measures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and protect data integrity.

• Led the development and execution of business continuity and disaster recovery plans in alignment with organizational goals.

• Conducted risk assessments and business impact analyses to identify vulnerabilities and implement mitigation strategies.

• Collaborated with IT and operational teams to integrate cybersecurity measures into existing business processes.

• Developed and delivered training programs to enhance employee awareness of cybersecurity best practices.

• Monitored compliance with industry standards such as FEDRAMP, ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR, conducting regular audits.

• Served as the primary contact for incident response and recovery efforts, coordinating with stakeholders to minimize downtime.

• Conducted regular audits to ensure continuous improvement of security protocols and compliance measures.

Norwin Technologies, LLC Richardson, TX

Cyber Security Specialist (Contractor) Nov 2023 - Mar 2024

• Identified and resolved security vulnerabilities, ensuring the integrity of system assets and protection against unauthorized access.

• Enhanced system security by configuring and maintaining an Incident Response Plan, resulting in timely detection and response to security incidents.

• Conducted regular system audits to pinpoint security violations and inefficiencies, contributing to the continual improvement of security measures. Calian Corporation Houston, TX

Penetration Tester / Information Security Analyst Aug 2021 - Jun 2023

• Conducted comprehensive security audits to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory frameworks such as PCI DSS, NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, HIPAA, HITRUST, OSHA, and GDPR.

• Performed penetration testing on client systems, networks, and applications, identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing the effectiveness of security measures.

• Developed and delivered compliance and IT security training programs, contributing to a strengthened culture of security awareness.

• Played a key role in incident response by analyzing breaches, coordinating containment efforts, and crafting strategies for recovery and prevention. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick, NJ Information Security Engineer Dec 2018 - Aug 2021

• Conducted comprehensive penetration testing and security audits, identifying critical security gaps and briefing executive leadership on findings and remediation strategies.

• Managed the Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) process, coordinating with System Owners and Information System Security Officers for timely vulnerability remediation.

• Prepared System Authorization (ATO) documentation, presenting risk assessments and mitigation strategies to the Authorizing Official for system accreditation decisions.

EDUCATION University of Ghana

Bachelor of Science, Information Technology, Network Security, Security Compliance, Ethical Hacking, Information Security control assessments

Legon

CERTIFICATIONS Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)

Azure 104

CCNA

SKILLS Penetration Testing • Vulnerability Assessment • Network Security • Web Application Security • Incident Response • Risk Assessment • Security Auditing • Security Policy Development • Programming Languages: Python • Operating Systems: Windows

• Compliance • Cybersecurity • Organization • Reading • Analytical Skills • Problem-solving • Organizational Skills • Collaboration • Effective Communication

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