Senior Security Analyst Compliance & Vulnerability Management

Quantikia Stepney

443-***-**** • ****************@***.*** • Baltimore, MD

Summary

Mission-driven Compliance and Security Professional with 11+ years of experience in high-stakes regulatory environments, targeting a Senior Security Analyst role. Expert in navigating complex frameworks such as FedRAMP IL5 and HUD standards to ensure system security posture and data integrity. Proven track record in Vulnerability Management and Incident Response through meticulous case analysis and reporting, leveraging a technical foundation in Cybersecurity and Security Clearance protocols. Work Experience

Family Investment Specialist (Case Manager) February 2023 – August 2024 STATE OF MARYLAND: BALTIMORE COUNTY DSS, CATONSVILLE, MD Assessed eligibility and security posture for TANF, SNAP, and Medicaid programs through in-depth vulnerability analysis of applicant data and income verification.

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Analyzed complex case records within internal state systems to ensure 100% alignment with FedRAMP-style federal and state regulatory compliance standards.

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Triaged data verification requests with financial institutions and external agencies, applying Incident Response strategies to protect sensitive PII.

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Investigated and documented evidence for administrative hearings, serving as a lead advocate for data accuracy and reporting standards.

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Managed resource referrals and contained client barriers by assessing eligibility for essential services and maintaining high-level security clearance protocols.

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Assistant Property Manager February 2021 – January 2023 WATER TOWERS APARTMENTS, BALTIMORE, MD

Managed daily security posture and operational integrity for a 150-unit community requiring strict LIHTC and Section 8 compliance.

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Processed certifications and interim recertifications, executing Vulnerability Scanning on financial data to maintain HUD and FedRAMP IL5 alignment.

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Analyzed EIV reports and CVE-related discrepancies, implementing corrective Incident Response actions to remediate data vulnerabilities.

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Contained financial risks through professional rent collection and resolution of complex tenant-system interactions.

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Maintained Cloud Infrastructure-adjacent records and vendor certificates of insurance to ensure enterprise-wide risk mitigation.

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Leasing Administrative Assistant October 2018 – September 2020 MONTEVERDE APARTMENTS, BALTIMORE, MD

Investigated application profiles and conducted annual certifications to ensure adherence to data protection and Fair Housing security protocols.

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Assessed compliance metrics against Tax Credit regulations, mirroring Vulnerability Management practices in non-production environments.

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Generated technical Reporting on vacancy and traffic via OneSite, utilizing data analysis to Triaging operational inefficiencies.

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Logged and analyzed maintenance requests, ensuring rapid containment of physical and environmental vulnerabilities within the community.

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Leasing Consultant July 2018 – October 2018

BEMORE STAFFING AGENCY, BALTIMORE, MD

Provided high-level customer service while assessing prospective resident profiles for security and compliance alignment.

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Analyzed and completed complex leasing paperwork, ensuring data integrity during the onboarding of new residents.

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• Triaged internet leads and referrals, investigating lead sources for Threat Detection and data accuracy. Leasing Consultant August 2017 – January 2018

TOWSON WOODS APARTMENTS, BALTIMORE, MD

Facilitated marketing and leasing processes, Assessing the security posture of application data and resident records.

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• Managed high-volume inquiries and Triaged walk-in traffic to ensure efficient and secure facility operations. Assistant Manager March 2016 – January 2017

NORDSTROM, CERRITOS, CA

Oversaw daily operations and merchandising, ensuring the security of high-value inventory and Cloud Infrastructure-linked POS systems.

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• Analyzed customer transactions to Investigate and Contain potential fraudulent activity and service concerns. Assistant Manager December 2013 – March 2016

NORDSTROM RACK, WOODLAND HILLS, CA

Assisted with Threat Detection within merchandising workflows and managed security protocols for POS systems.

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Delivered technical sales support in a fast-paced retail environment, focusing on data privacy and incident prevention.

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Education

B.S. in Business Administration Present

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GLOBAL CAMPUS

Certificate in Cybersecurity January 2025

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GLOBAL CAMPUS

Certificate in Digital Marketing

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GLOBAL CAMPUS

Business Management January 2007 – January 2010

COPPIN STATE UNIVERSITY, BALTIMORE, MD

Additional Skills

Security & Compliance: Vulnerability Management, Incident Response, FedRAMP IL5, Security Clearance Protocols, Data Protection & Privacy, CVE Analysis, CVSS Scoring Knowledge, LIHTC & HUD Compliance, Information Security Protocols

Tools & Technology: Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Detection, Cloud Infrastructure Monitoring, EIV/TRACS, Yardi, RealPage/OneSite, Microsoft Office Suite, POS Systems Methodologies & Analysis: Triaging, Investigate & Contain, Security Posture Assessment, Reporting & Documentation, Case Management, Risk Mitigation, Income Calculations & Verification Soft Skills: Collaborative Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, Tenant Relations, Time Management, Mission-Driven Communication

Certifications

• Cybersecurity Essentials - University of Maryland Global Campus

• Federal Cybersecurity Awareness - State of Maryland

• Information Security & Data Privacy - UMGC

• Cyber Awareness Training - UMGC

• FEMA ICS 100 & 700 Emergency Preparedness - FEMA

• HUD Compliance Training

• Section 8 & Tax Credit Compliance

• EIV/TRACS System Certification

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