Senior Information Security Engineer with Networking Expertise
Resume:
Abraham Engida
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Information Security Engineer • Network Architecture • Systems Security • Project Management Enterprise Systems • Communications
• Highly qualified and analytical professional with one years’ experience in Security Analyst, network engineering, architecture, and implementation in domestic and global workplace environments. STRENGTHS
• Multi-platform Networks Performance Analysis Budget Administration
• Team Development Personnel Management LAN/WAN Networks
• Capacity Planning Feasibility Studies Documentation EDUCATION
Moscow Automotive and Road Institute, Russia Degree: 1977-1983 Masters – Civil Engineering
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CYSA+) Issued Nov 2022- Exp. Nov 2025 CompTIA Security+ SYO 501 CERTIFICATION Issued Aug 2021- Exp. Aug 2024 TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
• Protocols: ISO/OSI layers, Token Ring, Ethernet, LLC(802.2), T1/T3, Optical Transports, FDDI, ATM, ISDN, Frame Relay, X.25, SONET, SNA SDLC, IPSEC, TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, ICMP, SNMP, RIP, BGP, IGRP, EIGRP, OSPF, PPP, HTTP, TACACS, CHAP, PAP, Cable DOCIS.
• Operating Systems / Software: Windows 2000, HP OpenView, Cisco Works, DNS, NETSYS, Lotus cc:Mail, Mac software, ARC serve Backup software, Microsoft Exchange, Novell NMS, Microsoft Office, Exceed, X Windows.
• Hardware: Sun workstations, Cisco PIX Firewalls, Cisco 12000, 7500, 3000, 2600 Routers and Cisco 65000, 3500, 2900, 5000 Switches, HP Network Devices, US Robotics, DEC Equipment, Kalpana Network Hubs, Stratacom Devices, ADTRAN ISDN adapters, CSU/DSU's, Shiva Comm. Servers.
• Tools: Nessus, theHarvester, sn1per, Cuckoo, Wireshark, Metasploit, Nmap, Intruder, Burp Suite, Qualys Vulnerability Management.
EMPLOYMENT
Progress Computer Services FairFax, VA
Junior level Information Security Engineer Jan 2020 – Present
• Worked on PCI DSS and HIPPA requirements. Vulnerability scanning and remediation using Insight VM, OpenVAS, and Nessus.
• Fixed and detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard and documented security breaches & assessed the damage
• Worked on Security information and event management (SIEM).
• Hardened Servers and Workstations using CIS benchmark.
• Updated Servers and Workstation using Kaseya Patch management module.
• Very good in Scriptwriting using PowerShell.
• Maintaining firewalls, IDS/IPS, Email Security Appliances, and Web Security Appliances.
• Remaining conversant with the industry’s computer security technology and practices.
• Enhanced cyber security awareness through end-user training and ongoing communications.
• Developed reviews and updated cybersecurity plans and procedures.
• Performed vulnerability, risk, and threat analysis.
• Ensured all changes to systems are performed in accordance with configuration controls.
• Developed playbooks to improve processes and information sharing across teams. CDI24 Alexandria, Va
Security Engineer May 2018 – June 2019
• Planning and carrying out the security measures for the organization's network and servers.
• Monitoring security access.
• Vulnerability testing and risk analysis help analysts prepare their organizations.
• Update the company disaster recovery plans.
• Work with vendors to ensure privacy standards are met.
• Recruit and manage information security team assigned to implementation and execution of information security policies and procedures.
• Work with developers, system/network administrators, and other associates to ensure secure design, development, and implementation of applications and networks.
• Analyzed security breaches to determine the root cause of problems. LOWES Sterling
Millwork specialist Apr 2005 – Mar 2014
• Maintain positive relationships with the community, customers, and teammates
• Conduct risk management surveys to ensure security of all company assets
• Control access to proprietary tools, prototypes, and technologies
• Coordinate with operations teams on duty to maximize interoperability
• Ensure employees’ compliance with company regulations and directives CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
• Member, Ethiopian Association of Civil Engineers Fall 2003
• Member, Red Cross Associations Fall 2017
• Member, Phi Gamma Delta Fall 2015 -- Spring 2016
• Member, USTA Fall 2004 – Spring 2008
• Member; Tennis DC Spring 2019 -- Present
References: Brook Dominique
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