Armelle Ngayap Tafen
Palo Verde Generating Station
Phoenix,Arizona
13
years of professional experience
Dynamic Cyber Security Specialist dedicated to safeguarding digital assets through comprehensive security assessments, development of robust security policies, and implementation of effective security controls. Extensive knowledge of industry regulations such as CSP and NEI 08-09 ensures compliance and adherence to best practices. Proven expertise in network and endpoint security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and antivirus solutions, enhances the ability to proactively mitigate threats. Committed to fostering a secure digital environment that supports organizational goals and protects sensitive information.
Work History
Nuclear Cyber Security Specialist
5 Years- Lead cybersecurity efforts to protect Critical Digital Assets (CDA) from potential cyber threats.
- Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses of nuclear information systems to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
- Develop and implement security policies and procedures tailored to nuclear cybersecurity requirements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the robust security of systems against evolving threats.
- Participate in the Cyber Security Incident Response Team, responding to and managing security incidents effectively.
- Perform regular audits and assessments of the Digital Asset Protection System (DAPS) to maintain operational integrity and security compliance.
- Performed vulnerability assessments on industrial control assets and prioritized remediation with operations teams.
- Hardened cyber assets by enforcing least-privilege access, account reviews, and password policy compliance.
- Analyzed security logs and alerts to detect policy violations, misconfigurations, and emerging threats.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats, providing proactive solutions for potential vulnerabilities.
DSP and IT Support
4 Years 8 Months- Installed, monitored, diagnosed, and maintained computer hardware, software, systems, and network emergencies.
- Supported the administration of servers, server clusters, and related equipment.
- Upgraded existing hardware and software, including switches, routers, firewalls, and encryption devices.
- Managed email systems, implemented spam controls, and ensured virus protection was up-to-date.
- Ensured that all key internal networks were operating efficiently.
- Set up accounts and passwords for authorized users to access networks.
Network and Telecom Intern
6 Months- Designed, installed, configured, supervised, and troubleshot LAN infrastructure and established Intranet and Internet access.
- Configured Cisco network routers, switches, and load balancers.
- Worked with local area networking and associated protocols, including Spanning Tree Protocol, VLAN, VLSM, access lists, and IPv6.
- Used Microsoft Visio for maintaining network infrastructure.
- Configured and installed NAS (Network Attached Storage).
- Monitored wireless transmission networks and remote surveillance via the DAS module.
Education
Master of Science - Electrical and Computer Engineering
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Bachelor of Science - Computer Networks and Telecommunications
Skills
Knowledge of nuclear plant operations and safety regulations
Experience with network security tools
Understanding of risk management methodologies
including threat modeling and vulnerability assessment
Familiarity with incident response and disaster recovery procedures
Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize tasks
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Certifications: Network Security Expert Associate (NSE 1 & 2), CPR, First Aid, and AED; CompTIA Security+ (ongoing), CompTIA Network+ (ongoing).
- Languages: French – native; English – fluent.
Timeline
Nuclear Cyber Security Specialist
Palo Verde Generating Station
11.2021 - CurrentRead More
DSP and IT Support
The Arizona Mentor Network
04.2016 - 12.2020Read More
Network and Telecom Intern
SYSINFO Vision
04.2014 - 10.2014Read More
University of Douala
Bachelor of Science from Computer Networks and Telecommunications
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University of Bamenda
Bachelor of Science from Computer Science
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University Of Arizona
Master of Science from Electrical and Computer Engineering
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