Akabalon I. Khalfani
Dallas,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Information Security and Risk Management Professional experienced in cybersecurity, risk oversight, and compliance. Proven ability to navigate security frameworks, analyze risks, and ensure regulatory compliance. Skilled in assessing cyber risks, developing mitigation strategies, and strengthening security governance through cross-functional collaboration. Seeking to leverage my expertise to further support U.S. Banks security risk oversight in safeguarding critical assets and risk resilience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RCA Professional
US Bankcorp
Dallas, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Evaluated security objectives for implementation, mapping them manually to business processes and technical controls.
- Led stakeholder meetings as a part of the second line of defense to strengthen communication, promote collaborative decision-making, and ensure transparency on key issues and findings throughout the process of evaluating ISS Policy Requirements, ISS Standard Requirements, and CAR IDs to control objectives.
- Provided diligent oversight and supervision to ensure timely, accurate completion of compliance self-assessments (FFIEC CAT, CRI Profile, SWIFT).
Senior Cybersecurity Analyst
US Bankcorp
Cincinnati, OH
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Analyzed patterns in security breaches, working alongside team members to mitigate issues and advise upper management.
- Leveraged Archer (TGRC) to analyze records for updating procedural standards in response to emerging risks.
- Conducted analysis of historical performance data for operational enhancements.
Cybersecurity Analyst
US Bankcorp
Cincinnati, OH
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Investigated 2,821 security alerts utilizing SIEM tools like Splunk and RSA.
- Analyzed network traffic logs to detect unauthorized access and policy violations.
- Delivered actionable performance metrics to leadership and stakeholders to enhance security protocols.
CYBERSECURITY RISK ANALYST
Digital Futures -Cybersecurity Lab
Cincinnati, OH
12.2020 - 02.2022
- Performed risk assessments for small-to-medium-sized enterprises under federal cybersecurity contract guidelines (NIST SP 800-171).
- Researched risk appetite thresholds and developed compliance roadmaps to ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks.
- Assessed IT contract and data protection policies, ensuring proper handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and federal security requirements.
Junior Business Consultant
Sogeti USA
Columbus, OH
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Suggested enhancements for technology and operational procedures.
- Reviewed records to assess metrics for performance evaluation.
- Developed strategic plans for both corporate-level and business units through comprehensive SWOT assessments.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Prelaw
Ohio University
Athens, OH12-2018
Skills
- Compliance Regulations (FFIEC, OCC, PCI-DSS)
- Cybersecurity Frameworks (NIST CSF, NIST 800-53)
- Security tools (SIEM, GRC platforms, ServiceNow)
- Cloud Security (AWS, Azure)
- Incident Management and Threat Analysis
Certification
- AZ-900
Timeline
RCA Professional
US Bankcorp
05.2023 - Current
Senior Cybersecurity Analyst
US Bankcorp
08.2022 - 05.2023
Cybersecurity Analyst
US Bankcorp
02.2022 - 08.2022
CYBERSECURITY RISK ANALYST
Digital Futures -Cybersecurity Lab
12.2020 - 02.2022
Junior Business Consultant
Sogeti USA
08.2016 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Information Technology
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Arts - Prelaw
Ohio University