SKILLS
- Cybersecurity: Vulnerability Analysis, SIEM (Sentinel, Splunk), Compliance, OSINT, Network Traffic, and log analysis
- Cloud: Microsoft Azure, Defender for Cloud
- Tools: Wireshark, Nmap, Splunk, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Aircrack-ng, Hashcat
PROJECTS & TECHNICAL TRAINING
Commonwealth Bank Introduction to Cybersecurity Job Simulation on Forage
- completed a job simulation involving the role of a cybersecurity generalist specializing in fraud detection and prevention for Commonwealth Bank's Cybersecurity team.
- Developed skills in building data visualization dashboards using Splunk to uncover patterns and insights in historical customer data, aiding in fraud detection.
- Demonstrated the ability to respond effectively to cybersecurity incidents, including notifying relevant teams, collecting information, containing and stopping attacks, and aiding recovery efforts.
- Enhanced security awareness expertise by designing infographics promoting best practices for secure password management, following Australian Cybersecurity Centre advice.
- Acquired practical experience in penetration testing, assessing the security of web applications, identifying vulnerabilities, and providing recommendations for remediation to bolster cybersecurity defenses.
Datacom Cybersecurity Job Simulation on Forage
- Completed a simulation on how Datacom's cybersecurity team helps protect its clients.
- Investigated a cyberattack and produced a comprehensive report documenting findings and outlining key recommendations to improve a client's cybersecurity posture
- Conducted a comprehensive risk assessment
Deloitte Australia Cyber Job Simulation on Forage
- Completed a job simulation involving reading web activity logs
- Supported a client in a cybersecurity breach
- Answered questions to identify suspicious user activity
Tata Cybersecurity Security Analyst Job Simulation on Forage
- Completed a job simulation involving identity and access management (IAM) for Tata Consultancy Services, collaborating with a Cybersecurity Consulting team.
- Acquired expertise in IAM principles, cybersecurity best practices, and strategic alignment with business objectives.
- Delivered comprehensive documentation and presentations, showcasing the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
Verizon Cloud Platform Job Simulation on Forage
- Completed a job simulation involving building a hypothetical new VPN product for Verizon's Cloud Computing team.
- Used command-line Python to test whether Verizon's VPN met the cloud-native traits, i.e., redundancy, resiliency, and least-privilege.
- Researched approaches to achieve application security and communicated insights in a PowerPoint Presentation.
Datacom Introduction to Cloud Job Simulation on Forage
- Completed a simulation focused on understanding the DevOps engineering role at Datacom
- Registered an application on the cloud for a hypothetical client, WCD Bank
- Created a GitHub Action workflow
Clifford Chance Cyber Security Global Job Simulation
- Completed the Clifford Chance job simulation, where I assisted various clients with legal issues relating to cyber breaches.
- Guided responding to an ICO Dawn Raid for the managing partner of a rapidly growing online travel company.
- Assisted a primary eCommerce business in notifying stakeholders about a data breach per the GDPR.
- Formulated defensive strategies for a client with data centre operations to appropriately respond to a data breach.
Goldman Sachs Software Engineering Virtual Experience Program on Forage
- Completed a job simulation as a Goldman Sachs governance analyst responsible for assessing IT security and suggesting improvements.
- Identified that the company used an outdated password hashing algorithm by cracking Hashcat passwords.
- Wrote a memo for my supervisor summarizing a range of proposed uplifts to increase the company's level of password protection, including extending minimum password length and using a dedicated hashing algorithm.
Mastercard Cybersecurity virtual experience program on Forage
- Completed a job simulation where I served as an analyst on Mastercard's Security Awareness Team
- Helped identify and report security threats such as phishing
- Analyzed and identified which areas of the business needed more robust security training, and implemented training courses and procedures for those teams
AIG Shields Up: Cybersecurity virtual experience program on Forage
- completed a cybersecurity threat analysis simulation for the Cyber Defense Unit and am staying updated on CISA publications.
- Researched and understood reported vulnerabilities, showcasing analytical skills in cybersecurity.
- Drafted a clear and concise email to guide teams on vulnerability remediation.
- Utilized Python skills to write a script for ethical hacking, avoiding ransom payments by brute-forcing decryption keys.
National Cyber League (NCL)
- Competed in individual and team-based challenges across forensics, web application pentesting, OSINT, password, and network traffic analysis.
- Analyzed network logs and traffic to identify suspicious activity and security threats.
CERTIFICATIONS
- Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
- Microsoft Applied Skills: Configure SIEM Security Operations Using Microsoft Sentinel
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
- IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate
- Linux Essentials (LPI)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
I Realty Brooklyn Inc. — Licensed Real Estate Agent | Brooklyn, NY | Feb 2018 – June 2022
- Managed client relationships and complex transactions, ensuring a smooth process flow and high customer satisfaction.
- Facilitated effective communication between diverse stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
Newgen Group Inc. — Managing Director | Brooklyn, NY | Apr 2004 – 2019
- Coordinated intricate B2B logistics and trade operations, optimizing workflows for efficiency and timely delivery.
- Ensured strict adherence to government procurement contracts and compliance regulations, meticulously managing documentation.
EDUCATION
Western Governors University — B.S. in Information Technology Management
Salt Lake City, UT | Apr 2024 – Jun 2027