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C – Richmond Heights, OH
- Developed and enforced security policies in alignment with NIST - controls, ensuring integrity, authentication, and confidentiality.
- Conducted third-party vendor risk assessments, safeguarding information systems and addressing vulnerabilities.
- Partnered with the Data Privacy Officer to manage overlapping responsibilities and ensure information protection.
- Led monthly Security Awareness and phishing simulation trainings, strengthening organization-wide risk awareness and reduction.
- Managed security incidents, documented root causes, and coordinated the implementation of preventative measures.
Accomplishments
- Elevated the completion rate of the User Security Awareness Training program from % to %.
- Achieved a <% click rate on the Microsoft Phishing Attack Simulation training program, highlighting a well-informed workforce.
July - February
Helpdesk Analyst / IT Security Analyst Zin Technologies - Middleburg Heights, OH
- Spearheaded the creation of a privacy compliance program, addressing privacy, governance, and incident response requirements.
- Conducted security control assessments to validate the effective implementation of controls and suggested improvements.
- Assisted in WAN, LAN, and VPN network configurations, ensuring secure and efficient operations across business locations.
- Continually assessed and advised on risks inherent to business operations, offering solutions and countermeasures for IT-related changes.
Accomplishments
- Decreased IT vulnerabilities by %, enhancing overall security posture.
- Designed an IT SharePoint repository, centralizing documentation and fostering collaboration.
- Instituted multi-factor authentication for elevated privilege accounts, bolstering access control.
February – January
Tier II/Test Engineer Acceleration Systems - Northfield, OH
- Optimized business processes for invoicing, shipping, and receiving, enhancing efficiency for resellers and clients.
February – January
Tech Support Representative CGI Federal, Inc. - Cleveland, OH
- Collaborated with clients to troubleshoot and resolve network issues, documenting solutions and adhering to SLAs.
Education
- Western Governors University, UT
Master of Science: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (current) - Utica College, Utica, NY
Master of Science: Cyber Security/Cyber Operations - Ohio University, Athens, OH
Bachelor of Science: Technical and Applied Studies - Cuyahoga Community College, Cleveland, OH
Associates of Business, Web Development
Skills & Expertise
- Business Process: Demonstrated proficiency in streamlining and optimizing business processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Business Risk Management: Adept at devising risk management strategies, conducting assessments, and implementing countermeasures.
- Contingency Planning: Experienced in developing and executing contingency plans to address potential business interruptions and challenges.
- Databases: Proficient in managing and leveraging databases to store, retrieve, and analyze data effectively.
- Information Risk: Expertise in assessing threats, conducting security control reviews, and recommending quality standards to mitigate risks.
- Technical Specialists: Skilled in supervising and collaborating with technical specialists to address complex IT challenges and solutions.
- Information Assurance: Knowledgeable in legal practices relating to data protection, integrity, and confidentiality.
