Alexander A. O
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Skilled Information Security Analyst and a proven project and team lead with aptitude for good customer service, leadership, excellent communication (both oral and written), and presentation skills. Specialized in providing IT security expertise and guidance in support of security assessments and continues monitoring for government and commercial clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Security Analyst
KPMG
08.2016 - Current
- Provided security expertise and guidance in support of security assessments
- Supported A&A (C&A) activities according to the A&A project plan
- Reviewed authorization documentation for completeness and accuracy for compliance
- Facilitated Security Control Assessment (SCA) and Continuous Monitoring Activities
- Executed examine, interview, and test procedures in accordance with NIST SP 800-53A Revision 4
- Ensured cyber security policies are adhered to and that required controls are implemented
- Validated information system security plans to ensure NIST control requirements are met
IT Security Engineer
Citi
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Respond to internal and external audits of security procedures and application security configurations
- Establish and maintain relationships with domain architects, project managers, and others within the technology development unit
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients, and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing, and reporting control issues with transparency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Liberal Studies with Emphasis, business
California State University Northridge, College of Humanities
Skills
- Assessment and Authorization (A&A)
- IT Security Compliance
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Vulnerability Scanning
- Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E)
- Certification and Accreditation (C&A)
- Risk Assessment
- Systems Development Life Cycle
- Technical Writing
- Project Management and Support
Certification
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) - In progress
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) - In progress
Affiliations
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and co-workers
- Skills in interviewing users to help analyze and resolve issues
- Strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
- Ability to read and interpret system security policies, rules, and regulations
- Ability to communicate security and risk-related concepts to both non-technical and technical audiences
- Strong communication (verbal & written) and presentation skills
Technical Skills
- Nessus Vulnerability Scanner, Microsoft Windows, Linux, AWS, Python & HTML, CSAM, RSAM, Tripwire, Accellion / WatchDox secured file solution, RMPS, Remedy, ServiceNow, Splunk, Active Directory, Trend Micro, and more.
Timeline
IT Security Analyst
KPMG
08.2016 - Current
IT Security Engineer
Citi
01.2015 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Liberal Studies with Emphasis, business
California State University Northridge, College of Humanities
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