ABDULHAIRE RAHAMAN
New York,USA
Summary
Proven in enhancing cybersecurity at Okuafo Foundation, I excel in network security and leading teams to reduce risks. My expertise in vulnerability testing and ability to inspire confidence in IT careers have significantly fortified defenses and nurtured talent, achieving over 95% issue resolution at Lehman College, CUNY.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Information Security Intern
Okuafo Foundation
San Francisco, CA
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Developed comprehensive security plans and strategies that effectively protected against malicious attacks and unauthorized access, significantly reducing potential security incidents
- Collaborated closely with IT teams to ensure that security measures were not only implemented but also consistently maintained, enhancing overall system integrity
- Participated in thorough vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities, successfully identifying security gaps and proposing actionable recommendations that strengthened the organization's defenses
- Worked alongside senior security analysts to update and refine the organization's cybersecurity framework and incident response procedures, improving response times to incidents
IT HelpDesk Technician
Lehman College, CUNY
Bronx, NY
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided exceptional technical support to students, teachers, and staff, resolving over 95% of hardware, software, and connectivity issues across classrooms, labs, and offices
- Supported the successful deployment and configuration of over 300 student and faculty devices, including laptops, tablets, and desktops, ensuring seamless integration into the educational environment
- Responded promptly to support requests through the school's help desk ticketing system, prioritizing and escalating issues as necessary to maintain operational efficiency
- Collaborated effectively with senior IT staff to troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity issues in classrooms and administrative offices, enhancing user experience
Volunteer
Ghana Code Club
Accra, Ghana
04.2016 - 06.2020
- Designed and delivered engaging workshops on basic programming for women and children, successfully fostering interest in IT careers among over 100 participants
- Mentored participants on hands-on projects, including building websites and coding games, which significantly developed their practical skills and confidence
- Contributed to the creation of inclusive learning materials tailored to diverse age groups and experience levels, primarily focusing on kids and women, to promote accessibility in IT education
- Inspired confidence in participants by providing career advice and highlighting opportunities in the IT field, encouraging many to pursue further education in technology
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Lehman College
Bronx, NY12.2024
Skills
- Network Security
- Risk Assessment
- Incident Response
- Compliance
- Threat analysis
- Vulnerability testing
- Firewall configuration
Programming Languages
- Python
- Bash Scripting
Active Directory
TCP/IP, LAN, WAN, VLAN, VPN, VOIP, DNS, DHCP
Certification
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Google Cybersecurity Certification
Timeline
Information Security Intern
Okuafo Foundation
05.2024 - 10.2024
IT HelpDesk Technician
Lehman College, CUNY
01.2022 - 12.2023
Volunteer
Ghana Code Club
04.2016 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Lehman College