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Albert Sarfo Asante

East Hartford,CT

Summary

Microsoft Azure Security and Solution Engineer Expert with 7+ years of demonstrated proficiency in deploying and managing robust security solutions in the cloud. Hands on experience in cybersecurity, architecting, manage end-to-end Azure security solutions that safeguard data, applications, and infrastructure. Proven ability to design and deploy compliance frameworks and risk management. Highly experienced in implementing security and solution controls and providing security recommendations. I am a proactive team player with a strong ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, adept at communicating with stakeholders, clients and different levels of management.





Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Azure Security and Solution Engineer

GroundGame.Health
03.2022 - Current
  • Helped to identify underutilized resources and suggest resizing or decommissioning them which lead to saving up to 40% on Azure spend.
  • Improve automation by using azure logic apps and azure automation account for updates, data storage, incident response and alerts.
  • Ensure that the organization adheres to relevant industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements, such as GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, and ISO 27001.
  • Helped design and deploy Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Information Protection, Azure Sentinel and Microsoft 365 Defender for cloud.
  • Onboarding Azure Sentinel to receive logs from data sources, detected previously undetected threats, investigated threats with artificial intelligence and responded to incidents rapidly using playbooks and KQL queries.
  • Architect the design of Azure Active Directory as well as perform AD Security assessments, prepare, and deliver remediation's plans.
  • Monitor sign-ins, audit logs; enforce MFA, Privileged Identity Management (PIM) principle for all administrator and elevated roles.

Senior Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst

Texas Capital Bank
02.2020 - 03.2022
  • Leading senior level engagement into business portfolio
  • Set up, configure, and manage Azure Sentinel, Microsoft's cloud-native Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solution to detect, investigate, and respond to security threats.
  • Authored security incident reports, highlighting breaches, vulnerabilities and remedial measures.
  • Lead and oversee the SOC team, including training, and mentoring security analysts to ensure effective monitoring, incident response, and threat mitigation
  • Continuously monitor network and system logs, security alerts, and other data sources to identify and respond to security incidents, breaches, and anomalies promptly.
  • Create and document playbooks based on the Mitre ATT&CK framework to guide the SOC team's response to various types of threats and cyberattacks.

Senior Microsoft 365 Security Engineer

AccentCare Health
09.2018 - 02.2020


  • Implemented and fine-tuned Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, reducing malware incidents and educated client on best Azure AD licensing.
  • Deployed Azure Information Protection (AIP) to classify and protect sensitive data, create mail flow policy to encrypt sensitive information leading to a decrease in data breaches and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • Designed and developed cloud-specific security policies, standards, and procedures e.g., O365 Tenant management and configuration, identity management and access control, firewall management, auditing and monitoring, security incident and event management.
  • Enhanced Microsoft Teams security, implementing DLP policies, controlling guest access, and enforcing secure communication protocols.
  • Pioneered the adoption of Microsoft Purview to gain insights into data usage, classification, and compliance, enabling the organization to make data-driven decisions.
  • Implemented Microsoft Intune for device management, enforcing device compliance policies, streamlined application deployment and updates.

Cloud Security Engineer

SITEL
07.2017 - 09.2018


  • Worked with cloud architect to generate assessments and develop and implement actionable recommendations based on results and reviews.
  • Managed Azure Virtual Machines (VMs), ensuring proper configurations, scaling, and maintenance to support the needs of the organization's applications.
  • Implemented Azure Backup and Disaster Recovery solutions for critical systems and data, ensuring high availability and protection against data loss.
  • Implemented Azure Security measures, such as RBAC and Azure Security Center, to ensure the security of Azure resources and protect clients against cyber threats.

Desktop Support Engineer

Yale Medical And Law Library
10.2013 - 05.2017
  • Maintained inventory of installed desktop hardware and software components to keep records accurate and updated.
  • Removed malware, ransomware, and other threats from laptops and desktop systems.
  • Relocated and configured desktop computer devices and phones to facilitate office moves and student stations.
  • Address user tickets regarding hardware, software and networking.
  • Walk customers through installing applications and computer peripherals.
  • Developed a preventive maintenance plan like routine checks and software updates.


Education

Divinity

Yale University
New Haven, CT
05.2017

Computer Science

Kwame Nkrumah University of Ghana
Kumasi, Ghana
05.2011

Skills

  • Mobile Application Management (MAM), , Identity & Access Management (IAM), Microsoft Entra ID
  • Azure Active Directory,Conditional Access, PIM, MFA, Microsoft Information Protection, Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, Risk and Vulnerability Management
  • Azure Policy, Powershell, KQL, Azure logic app, Azure automation, VM patching and Group Policy

Timeline

Senior Azure Security and Solution Engineer

GroundGame.Health
03.2022 - Current

Senior Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst

Texas Capital Bank
02.2020 - 03.2022

Senior Microsoft 365 Security Engineer

AccentCare Health
09.2018 - 02.2020

Cloud Security Engineer

SITEL
07.2017 - 09.2018

Desktop Support Engineer

Yale Medical And Law Library
10.2013 - 05.2017

Divinity

Yale University

Computer Science

Kwame Nkrumah University of Ghana

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