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Education
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CHRISTIAN TIWA MOUAFO

CHRISTIAN TIWA MOUAFO

Upper Marlboro,MD

Summary

Dynamic security-focused professional with over 6 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, technical support, and armed public safety. Adept in network traffic analysis, vulnerability management, malware investigation, and incident response. Former Special Police Officer (SGT) with a strong background in physical security, surveillance monitoring, access control, and emergency response. Experienced in technical support roles focusing on cloud platforms, Linux systems, Python scripting, Active Directory, Azure, and AWS environments. Proven ability to collaborate across teams, manage escalations, support project timelines, and implement cybersecurity best practices. Committed to continuous learning, proactive risk mitigation, and cross-functional communication to safeguard digital and physical assets.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification

Work History

SOC Analyst

ETECH CONSULTING LLC
01.2023 - Current
  • Monitoring security alerts and reporting potential malicious activities to customers and/or superiors
  • Performing security and risk analyses, which can lead to investigating breaches and identifying their root cause
  • Pinpointing vulnerabilities and assessing their potential impact on our customers' networks
  • Preparing reports to help leaders evaluate the effectiveness of security policies
  • Advising and implementing the necessary changes required to counter potential attacks or improve security standards
  • Operate and support security infrastructure, focusing on network security best practices
  • Responsible for implementing appropriate IT security procedures, configuring security software, and implementing security administration functions across multiple platforms
  • Collaborate with a variety of departments to ensure customer service level agreements (SLA's) are met
  • Provide escalated network and firewall support to customers
  • Communicate with both internal and external contacts at a variety of structural levels to diagnose and resolve problems for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Conduct network traffic analysis, cryptography, encryption and configuration of authentication, authorization, and directory services

Tier 1 MDR Analyst

E Tech Consulting
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Threat Monitoring and Analysis: Monitor security alerts and events to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Analyze and investigate security incidents, determining the nature and extent of the threat.
  • Incident Response: Execute incident response procedures to contain and mitigate security incidents promptly.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate effective incident resolution.
  • Security Technology Management: Manage and operate security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
  • Fine-tune and update security technologies to ensure optimal performance.
  • Vulnerability Management: Identify and assess vulnerabilities in the organization's systems and networks.
  • Provide recommendations for remediation and work with relevant teams to implement fixes.
  • Threat Intelligence: Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats and trends.
  • Incorporate threat intelligence into daily monitoring and response activities.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of security incidents, investigations, and actions taken.
  • Generate and present regular reports on the security status of the organization.

Information Technology Support Specialist

Part Authority
01.2018 - 08.2019
  • Coordinate cloud software updates, system maintenance, and patch deployments
  • Communicate clearly with customers regarding maintenance schedules and product improvements
  • Track and manage project timelines using tools like JIRA
  • Support internal teams in aligning deliverables and schedules across departments
  • Assist in process documentation and internal coordination tasks
  • Participate in structured training to gain product and technical expertise
  • Collaborate with project managers on customer-related planning and execution
  • Provide remote Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support via email, chat, or video for internal staff
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, VPN, and connectivity issues across Windows, cloud-based platforms
  • Support onboarding/offboarding of users, including account setup, permissions, and device provisioning
  • Maintain and monitor company software tools, including email systems, CRM, document management, and scheduling platforms
  • Assist with implementing basic cybersecurity best practices (2FA, password policies, patch updates)
  • Escalate complex issues to senior IT or third-party vendors when necessary
  • Maintain documentation of support procedures and contribute to the internal knowledge base
  • Collaborate with team members on special projects such as system upgrades, software evaluations, and automation initiatives.

Special Police Officer (SGT)

Condor Consulting Security Inc
02.2016 - 11.2018
  • Oversee and supervise the performance of security personnel on the assigned shift to ensure quality service delivery.
  • Act as a liaison between the site supervisor, Account Manager/Field Operations Manager, and the security team, communicating important information and addressing any operational needs.
  • Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and customer requirements during the shift.
  • Respond promptly and professionally to incidents or emergencies that occur during the shift, coordinating necessary actions with management and security staff.
  • Maintain detailed shift reports and incident documentation, ensuring accurate record-keeping for all significant events.
  • Conduct periodic checks and inspections of the site to ensure safety, security, and adherence to company standards.
  • Collaborate with the management team to implement security strategies and improve service quality.
  • Understand and successfully execute post orders, including enforcement of client and company policies, rules and regulations.
  • Provide security-related customer service and emergency response activities as required.
  • Guard property against damage, fire, theft, and illegal or unauthorized entry.
  • Display courteous, respectful, and professional interactions with the public and customers.
  • Perform security/console and emergency response duties following site-specific procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Responsible for monitoring the client's access control system. Monitor control center equipment such as closed-circuit television, alarms, police scanners, printer, etc., to protect company assets and personnel and control access to building areas.
  • Monitor CCTV activity. Initiate response to site alarms by site procedures.
  • Keep track of the working status of all electronic equipment. Alert the Facility Manager of malfunctioning equipment.
  • Monitor local and enterprise systems for incidents or threats to Company personnel/assets.
  • Manage all emergency calls and dispatch emergency personnel. Ensure critical communications are made as required.
  • Effectively and coherently communicate over the phone or radio channels.
  • Respond to security incidents and emergencies in a calm and problem-solving manner.
  • Complete all job-required forms/logs and documentation accurately and timely.
  • May assist management and law enforcement officials in emergency situations.
  • Maintain high standards for work areas and appearance. Comply with established dress code/uniform requirements.
  • Knowledge of all duties associated with the basic patrol/post officer(s). May be requested to occasionally serve as a patrol/post or console officer.
  • Report all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
  • Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
  • Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and appropriate professionalism.
  • Participate in regular safety meetings, safety training, and hazard assessments.
  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
  • This position requires working a rotational schedule, different shifts, overtime, or flexible work hours based on company or client needs.
  • Attend company/job-required training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
  • Stepped up into the Lead/Shift Supervisor role as requested.
  • Performed other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

DIPLOMA - Security Operations Center Specialist (SOC)

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Bloomington, IN
08-2025

DIPLOMA - Cybersecurity / Information Assurance

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Bloomington, IN
05-2025

DIPLOMA - Cybercrime

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Bloomington, IN
04-2025

DIPLOMA - Cloud Technologies

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Bloomington, IN
03.2025

DIPLOMA - Cybersecurity Incident Analyst

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Bloomington, IN
12.2024

GPA: 3.07

Skills

  • SIEM Tools: Splunk, IBM QRadar
  • EDR Tools: CrowdStrike, Tanium
  • Network Analysis: Wireshark, TCP/IP, Nmap
  • Cloud & Systems: AWS, Linux, Windows Azure, VPN
  • Scripting: Python, PowerShell, Bash
  • Vulnerability Assessment: Qualys, Nmap
  • Frameworks & Policies: NIST CSF, Compliance, Incident Response
  • Tools & Platforms: Jira, ServiceNow
  • Soft Skills: Analytical thinking, Problem-solving, Communication, Teamwork

Certification

  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA CySA+
  • CompTIA Pentest+
  • Cisco CyberOps Associate

Hobbies and Interests

  • Technology and gadgets
  • Machine Learning
  • AI Explorer
  • SEIM Tools Explorer
  • Reading and personal development
  • Cooking and experimenting with cuisines
  • Photography
  • LinkedIn Learning Explorer
  • CyberSecurity Community Involvement
  • Strategy games and problem-solving
  • Tennis playing
  • Soccer playing
  • Physical fitness
  • Firearm safety and range practice
  • Community volunteering
  • Tactical training drills
  • First aid and emergency preparedness
  • Team sports
  • Reading law enforcement literature
  • Surveillance technology
  • Cybersecurity awareness
  • Meditation and stress management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Software

ServiceNow

Syslog

JIRA

Splunk

Tenable

Security Onion

CrowdStrike

Qualys

Nmap

Logrhythm

IBM QRadar

Accomplishments

Monitored and Triaged 100+ Security Alerts Weekly
Used tools like Splunk and Microsoft Defender to review and respond to security alerts, escalating high-priority incidents per SOC playbooks.

Assisted in Investigating Phishing Attempts
Identified phishing indicators through email headers and URL analysis; contributed to incident reports and user awareness efforts.

Contributed to 24/7 Alert Coverage
Supported shift-based monitoring for a live production environment, helping maintain continuous threat detection and response.

Performed Basic Log Analysis Using SIEM Tools
Searched logs in Splunk and QRadar to investigate login anomalies, failed authentication attempts, and unusual network activity.

Documented and Escalated Potential Incidents
Maintained detailed notes and summaries of suspicious activity and collaborated with senior analysts during incident escalation. Participated in Internal Threat Hunting Exercises
Supported senior team members by gathering data, running IOC queries, and mapping findings to MITRE ATT&CK techniques.

Supported Vulnerability Scanning Reviews
Helped review and prioritize vulnerability scan results from Nessus/OpenVAS and tracked remediation tasks with team leads.

Utilized VirusTotal and AbuseIPDB for IOC Enrichment
Used free tools to enrich IPs and hashes for alerts, enhancing incident understanding and ticket quality.

Maintained 95%+ SLA Response Rate
Ensured timely response to tickets and incidents within expected service level agreements, even during peak alert periods.

Created SOP for Basic Alert Handling
Developed a simple Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for new analysts to follow when triaging low-severity alerts.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkInternship

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid

Timeline

SOC Analyst - ETECH CONSULTING LLC
01.2023 - Current
Tier 1 MDR Analyst - E Tech Consulting
01.2020 - 01.2022
Information Technology Support Specialist - Part Authority
01.2018 - 08.2019
Special Police Officer (SGT) - Condor Consulting Security Inc
02.2016 - 11.2018
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE - DIPLOMA, Security Operations Center Specialist (SOC)
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE - DIPLOMA, Cybersecurity / Information Assurance
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE - DIPLOMA, Cybercrime
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE - DIPLOMA, Cloud Technologies
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE - DIPLOMA, Cybersecurity Incident Analyst
CHRISTIAN TIWA MOUAFO
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