SAS
Augustine Nkwah
Cyber Security Analyst
Waxhaw,NC
Summary
Accomplished Security Analyst with a proven track record at Gignology Solutions, enhancing data integrity and streamlining incident response times. Expert in Vulnerability Assessment and adept at fostering teamwork across departments. Demonstrated ability to implement sophisticated security measures, significantly minimizing unauthorized access risks while excelling in time management and task prioritization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Security Analyst
Gignology Solutions
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed access controls for sensitive information systems, safeguarding data integrity and confidentiality.
- Facilitated culture of security mindfulness among staff, fostering proactive identification and reporting of potential security issues.
- Enhanced security monitoring capabilities by upgrading to more sophisticated surveillance tools, providing real-time alerts on potential security infringements.
- Configured intrusion detection systems to monitor network traffic for malicious activity.
- Monitored network traffic for suspicious activity and investigated anomalies.
- Conducted regular vulnerability assessments to ensure system security.
- Responded promptly to security incidents to eliminate access and control damage.
- Analyzed trends in cyber threats to inform future risk management efforts.
Cloud Consultant
InvenioLSI
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Enhanced cloud infrastructure efficiency by designing and implementing scalable solutions.
- Worked closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for new projects or enhancements of existing systems.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of client''s existing infrastructure, identifying areas for improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
- Verified cloud solutions followed security and compliance controls
- Developed migration strategies for transitioning existing applications to cloud.
- Addressed diverse issues and solutions, leveraging knowledge of DNS, SSL certificates, file servers, security and disaster recovery.
- Addressed diverse issues and solutions, leveraging knowledge of DNS, SSL certificates, file servers, security and disaster recovery.
- Managed access controls within organization's virtual private clouds VPCs while adhering to established security policies.
- Ensured compliance with relevant industry regulations, such as GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS, when designing and implementing cloud solutions.
- Tested, maintained and monitored computer programs and systems, including coordinating installation of computer programs and systems.
Security Analyst
Gignology Solutions
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Reduced incident response times by establishing streamlined protocol for identifying and mitigating security breaches.
- Developed and enforced strict access control policies, significantly minimizing risk of unauthorized data access.
- Assisted in the successful completion of security audits, resulting in a boost of client trust and confidence.
- Analyzed log files for anomalies, identifying potential intrusions or malicious activity before significant damage occurred.
- Managed access controls for sensitive information systems, safeguarding data integrity and confidentiality.
- Coordinated incident response efforts across multiple departments, fostering teamwork in resolving complex issues effectively.
Business Analyst
SLAIT Inc.
10.2015 - 01.2019
- Identified patterns and trends in large data sets and provided actionable insights.
- Analyzed key aspects of business to evaluate factors driving results and summarized into presentations.
- Developed strong connections with internal business partners, cultivating trust in service delivery and firm understanding of client needs.
- Deployed predictive analytics models to forecast future trends.
- Executed analysis of risks and identified risk mitigation strategies.
- Designed and developed data pipelines to acquire, clean and process data.
- Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions.
- Developed and implemented data governance policies and procedures.
Data Analyst
Cox Automotive
05.2013 - 07.2015
- Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful business reports.
- Improved decision-making processes with accurate data analysis and visualization techniques.
- Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
- Integrated multiple sources of disparate data into cohesive datasets using ETL processes, improving overall analytic capabilities.
- Develops database logic to extract required information for reporting.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting analytics and reporting issues.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify business needs and data sources.
Loan Counselor
TSYS
10.2009 - 03.2013
- Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.
- Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
- Maintained constant communication with clients, providing updates on loan statuses and addressing any concerns or questions.
- Obtained overdue payments, reaching out to delinquent account holders to set up repayment plans.
- Provided exceptional customer service to establish long-lasting relationships with new and existing clients.
Education
MBA - Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC 05.2001 -
Skills
Security Information and Event Management
Vulnerability Assessment
Identity and Access Management
Intrusion Detection
Wireshark software
Data Loss Prevention
Incident Response
Threat Intelligence
Social Engineering
Analytical Skills
Risk Assessment
Data Encryption
Time Management
Task Prioritization
Linux command line
Security Hardening
SQL & Python
Penetration Testing
Disaster Recovery
Software
Enterprise
SAP Business Warehouse
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud
AWS
Jira
Mondaycom
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Certification
Google Cybersecurity
Timeline
Security Analyst
Gignology Solutions
05.2023 - 06.2024
Cloud Consultant
InvenioLSI
10.2021 - 05.2023
Security Analyst
Gignology Solutions
06.2019 - 07.2021
Business Analyst
SLAIT Inc.
10.2015 - 01.2019
Data Analyst
Cox Automotive
05.2013 - 07.2015
Loan Counselor
TSYS
10.2009 - 03.2013
MBA - Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
Fayetteville State University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Fayetteville State University
05.2001 -