Cybersecurity Analyst with Incident Response Skills

Location:

Abilene, TX

Posted:

September 14, 2026

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RÉSUMÉ

Good morning,

I’m Kokou Sika

I am writing to express my keen interest in cybersecurity opportunities at your organization. Having recently completed my Master's degree in Cybersecurity, I possess a strong foundation in protecting computer systems and networks from a range of threats, including data breaches and other security incidents. My expertise also extends to disaster recovery planning and implementation.

My practical experience has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of best practices in cybersecurity, enabling me to effectively identify and mitigate risks. I am a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams. My learning style incorporates both visual and auditory methods, allowing me to quickly grasp complex concepts and apply them effectively to real-world situations.

I am confident that my skills and experience align perfectly with your organization's needs, and I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to your team's success. Thank you for your time and consideration.

A simple way to think of incident response is to Prepare, Detect, Contain, Eradicate, Recover and Improve.

Threat Hunting: is to collect data, Hunt anomalies, Investigate, Report and improve.

Cell phone number 210-***-****

Available everyday afternoon.

Email: ***********@*****.***

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.comin/kokou-s-sika-46922817a

Soft Skills to list-

Cyber Security:

oAnalytical

oCommunication

oData analysis

oData security

oCreative

oDetail Orientated

oProblem Solving

oNetwork Security

o Endpoint Security

o Application security.

o Cloud Security

o Identity and Access Management.

o Data Security.

oFraud prevention.

oRisk Assessor

Incident Response (Prepare, Detect, Contain, eradicate, Recover and Improve).

and Threat Hunting (to collect data, Hunt anomalies, Investigate, Report and improve).

o Operational Technology Security.

o Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC).

o Offensive Security.

Computer Scientist:

oAnalytical

oCommunication

oDetail Orientated

oInterpersonal Skills

oMath

oProblem Solving

oTime management

Logistic:

oCommunication

oCritical Thinking

oCustomer Service

oInterpersonal

oOrganizational

oProblem-Solving

Experiences

Oversee cloud infrastructure and design security architecture for leading regional app developer.

Create security metrics to analyze threats, identifying and eliminating viruses and malware over the past years.

Design a successfully companywide education program.

Improve the security against active and passive attacks on the system.

Teach others breaches and employees how to monitor for breaches and respond to them quickly.

Create code -based solutions to new and existing security issues.

Collaboration with a team of 10 IT specialists to meet 100% of project deadlines.

Provided strategic, analysis- based recommendations to senior-level security group.

Lead a project management cord to establish the work flow. Coordinate the project to accomplishment.

U.S Air Force French Interpreter, 2021-2024.

OCCUPATION: 2S051, Materiel Management Journeyman and System Analysis

U.S Air Force:

2. Duties and Responsibilities:

3 years experiences in System monitors systems processing and corrects processing errors. Monitors supply Defense Data Network traffic through use of the Supply Interface System and takes corrective action. Maintains liaison with the Standard Systems by Monitoring Supply Defense Data Network Traffic, continuously observed data flows between the Supply Interface System (SIS) and the Defense Data Network.

Monitoring included:

oAnomaly detection: identifying abnormal traffic patterns, unusual protocols, or unexpected access attempts.

oIntegrity checks: validating that transmitted supply chain and logistics data matched expected formats and wasn’t altered in transit.

oSegmentation oversight: ensuring supply-side systems interfaced only through approved channels, preventing lateral movement into critical OT networks.

Safeguarding OT Assets and Data

Isolation: By closely monitoring SIS traffic, you ensured that supply-chain data exchanges didn’t expose OT control systems (e.g., maintenance scheduling, parts inventory linked to operational equipment) to unauthorized access.

Data confidentiality: Encryption and controlled access mechanisms were validated to protect sensitive logistics and operational data.

Asset integrity: Early detection of malicious payloads or misrouted traffic prevented possible compromise of OT assets connected to the defense logistics network.

Corrective Actions Taken Traffic filtering/tuning: Adjusted firewall or IDS/IPS rules when anomalous or suspicious traffic was detected.

Patch management: Identified outdated software or vulnerable interfaces in the SIS, coordinated updates/patches.

Configuration corrections: Corrected misconfigured data exchange rules (e.g., incorrect port use, unnecessary external connections).

Incident response: Where alerts indicated possible compromise, you contained the affected interface, validated system integrity, and restored normal operations with tighter controls.

Continuous improvement: Documented incidents and updated monitoring baselines to reduce false positives and improve detection.

In short:

Safeguarded OT assets by monitoring SIS traffic for anomalies, validating data integrity, and ensuring controlled interfaces. When issues arose, you corrected them by adjusting configurations, patching vulnerabilities, filtering malicious traffic, and reinforcing security baseline.

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCIES

Ewe and French

LISTENING:

Functionally Native Proficiency

READING:

Functionally Native Proficiency

SPEAKING:

Fon

Functionally Native Proficiency

LISTENING:

General Professional Proficiency

READING:

General Professional Proficiency

SPEAKING:

French

Genera/ Professional Proficiency

LISTENING:

Elementary Proficiency, plus

READING:

Elementary Proficiency, plus

U.S Air Force French interpreter

: 2021-2024

END OF AUTOMATED MILITARY EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING HISTORY DATA

Achievements This communication outlines my key responsibilities within the maintenance reconciliation process for both supply points and base assets. My role requires extensive coordination between two geographically separate operational units, encompassing support for a total of twenty-one maintenance sections. This involves meticulous tracking and reconciliation of all incoming materials, ensuring complete and accurate documentation. primary focus is maintaining data integrity and adhering to all relevant regulations and best practices throughout our critical supply chain operations.

Education:

Kokou Sika Date Printed: 5/5/23

Student ID: 28454201

BSIT Bachelor (BSIT) of Science in Information Technology Concentration in Information Assurance and Security BSIT20IA

Program: Bachelor (BSIT) of Science in Information Technology GPA: 3.22

Concentration: Concentration in Information Assurance and Security BSIT20IA Credits Earned: 180.00

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Date

End Date

Course

Code

Section

Description

Instructor

Credits

Possible

Credits

Earned

Letter

Grade

Quality

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O2103A

5/31/2021

6/23/2021

ORNTU

Orientation Christopher Trego

2103A

6/16/2021

7/20/2021

ITCO101

Discovering Information

Kurt Bauer Technology

4.5

2103B

7/21/2021

8/24/2021

ITCO107

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Developing Professional

University for faculty

Communications information.

4.5

2103B

7/21/2021

8/24/2021

ITCO103

Introduction to Computer

Kurt Diesch

and Network Hardware

4.5

2104A

8/25/2021

9/28/2021

ITCO105

Information Technology

James Liston

and Society

4.5

C+

2104A

8/25/2021

9/28/2021

ITCO211

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Introduction to Operating

University for faculty

Systems

information.

4.5

2104B

9/29/2021

11/2/2021

ITCO221

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Fundamentals of

University for faculty

Programming and Logic information.

4.5

2105A

11/3/2021

12/14/2021

ITCO231

Introduction to Databases Kurt Diesch

4.5

2105C

11/3/2021

1/25/2022

MATH125

General College

Douglass Anewalt Mathematics

4.5

2105B

12/15/2021

1/25/2022

MATH133

College Algebra Yasar Bora

4.5

2201A

1/26/2022

3/1/2022

ITCO251

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Network Infrastructure

University for faculty

Basics information.

4.5

2201A

1/26/2022

3/1/2022

SSCI210

Brittany Longino

Sociology

Smith

4.5

2201B

3/2/2022

4/5/2022

ITCO299

Comprehensive IT Project Charles Edeki

4.5

2202A

4/6/2022

5/10/2022

SCIE208

Cells, Clones, Clots and Please contact the Cocaine: The Secrets of University for faculty

Life Science information.

4.5

2202A

4/6/2022

5/10/2022

ITCO361

Information Technology

Khalid Ayyubov Security

4.5

2202B

5/11/2022

6/14/2022

MGMT310

Management and

Leadership of Dan Santangelo

Organizations

4.5

2203A

6/15/2022

7/19/2022

MGMT340

Please contact the

Building Teams and

University for faculty

Resolving Conflict information.

4.5

B+

2203A

6/15/2022

7/19/2022

ITCO385

Introduction to Mobile

Technologies and Internet Kurt Diesch of Things

4.5

Student Advisor: 847-***-****, ***********@******.*** Credits Attempted: 189.00

Completed Courses

Legend: Grade Book Enter Class.

2203B

7/20/2022

8/23/2022

ITCO391

Human/Computer Interface and Interactions

Douglas Mujeye

4.5

2204A

8/24/2022

9/27/2022

ITAS362

Introduction to Information

Assurance and Information

Security

Barisua Nwidag

4.5

2204A

8/24/2022

9/27/2022

MGMT444

Team Leadership

James Young

4.5

2204B

9/28/2022

11/1/2022

ITDI372

Introduction to Cyber

Crime and Digital

Investigations

James Liston

4.5

2205A

11/2/2022

12/6/2022

ITNA359

Special Topics in Network Administration

Joseph Roberts

4.5

2205A

11/2/2022

12/6/2022

ITAS363

Telecommunications and

Network Infrastructure

Security

Andrew Mahaney

4.5

2205B

12/7/2022

1/17/2023

ITAS367

Principles and Methods in

Cryptographic Security

Kenneth Rodgers

4.5

2301A

1/18/2023

2/21/2023

ITSD325

E commerce Development

Joseph Roberts

4.5

2301A

1/18/2023

2/21/2023

ITNA359

Special Topics in Network Administration

Eman Abdelfattah

4.5

2301B

2/22/2023

3/28/2023

ITSD325

E commerce Development

David Ostrowski

4.5

2301B

2/22/2023

3/28/2023

MGMT412

Project Management

Suzanne Malek

4.5

2302A

3/29/2023

5/2/2023

ITAS465

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

Eman Abdelfattah

4.5

2302A

3/29/2023

5/2/2023

ITCO498

Program Capstone in IT

Christopher Barrett

4.5

Future and Completed Courses

OLDEST

OAIUR- Jacquelin

OR2402A 2/5/24 3/27/24 AIUReady - Graduate Substitution 0 0 P

G6 Wysocke

Human Factors in

2402A 3/20/24 4/23/24 CYB510 Substitution Daniel Daniels 4.5 4.5 A

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Laws and Eman

2402B 4/24/24 5/28/24 CYB520 Substitution 4.5 4.5 B-

Ethics Abdelfattah

System Analysis and Core

2402B 4/24/24 5/28/24 ITCO502 Karen Johnson 4.5 4.5 B-

Design Requirement

Advanced Technical Core

2403A 5/29/24 7/2/24 ITCO512 Karen Johnson 4.5 4.5 A

Communication Requirement

Innovations and Core

2403B 7/3/24 8/6/24 ITCO552 Kurt Diesch 4.5 4.5 A

Emerging Media Requirement

Risk Analysis and

2403B 7/3/24 8/6/24 CYB500 Substitution Daniel Daniels 4.5 4.5 A

Planning

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Software Development Core

2404A 8/7/24 9/10/24 ITCO522 Douglas Mujeye 4.5 4.5 A

Management Requirement

Core

2404B 9/11/24 10/15/24 ITCO542 Enterprise Architecture Khaled Elleithy 4.5 4.5 A

Requirement

2404B

9/11/24

10/15/24

ITCO532

Global Technology

Management

Core

Requirement

Augustine

Umezurike

4.5

B+

2405A

10/16/24

11/19/24

ITCO592

Capstone

Core

Requirement

Karen Johnson

4.5

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