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Bakary Sawaneh

Bakary Sawaneh

Silver Spring ,MD

Summary

Cybersecurity Specialist with proficiency in online security research, planning, execution and maintenance. Skilled at initial detection, assessment, and reporting of security threats and vulnerabilities. In addition, encompasses monitoring network traffic and analyzing alerts from a variety of security tools, including SIEM systems, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems, to identify potential security incidents promptly. Performing initial incident analysis, documenting findings, and escalating complex issues to senior analysts for further investigation.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

SOC Analyst, Tier 1

Cybersafe Solutions
02.2023 - 02.2024
  • Collaborated with SOC team members to develop and communicate detailed incident reports,
    enhancing cybersecurity decision-making across business units.
  • Utilized a array of advanced EDR tools, including SentinelOne and Carbon Black, alongside SIEM
    platforms like Alien Vault, to bolster threat detection, incident analysis, and response strategies.
  • Utilized CrowdStrike Falcon for swift threat detection, endpoint protection, and incident response.
  • Experience in initial analysis, triage, and investigation of security incidents, followed by structured
    remediation and reporting actions.
  • Proactively analyzed alerts from endpoints, IDS/IPS, and netflow, contributing to the security
    measures for computer networks and information protection.
  • Proactively monitored and addressed key cybersecurity threats, including SolarWinds and Log4j
    exploits, and countered PowerShell obfuscation to mitigate risks.
  • Actively follow on cybersecurity threats by monitoring BleepingComputer and Krebs on Security.

IT Analyst/Help Desk Support Specialist

ADT
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Employed advanced troubleshooting techniques on a range of security products, resolving complex
    customer issues
  • Closed 95% of trouble tickets on the first call without escalation.
  • Participate in projects associated with the replacement and enhancement of existing systems
  • Diligently documented incident analysis and response actions within knowledge management
    systems, supporting effective knowledge-sharing and response strategies

Junior Technician

HOWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Columbia, MD
01.2019 - 10.2021
  • Maintained and supported systems, workstations, mobile devices, printers, and peripherals;
    responded to user service requests; and resolved trouble tickets
  • Consistently logged and monitored ticket status to ensure fast, quality resolution of every issue.
  • Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity

University of Maryland Global Campus
Online

Associate of Science - Cyber Security

Howard Community College
Columbia, MD
2021

High School Diploma -

Mount Hebron High School
Ellicott City, MD
2019

Skills

  • Security Planning
  • SIEM management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Security Policies
  • Social Engineering
  • Security Awareness Training
  • PowerShell Scripting
  • Data Encryption
  • Data protection
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Intrusion Detection

Certification

  • CompTIA, Security +
  • CompTIA, Network +
  • CompTIA, IT Fundamentals
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

Quote

Fall seven times; stand up eight.
Japanese proverb

Timeline

SOC Analyst, Tier 1

Cybersafe Solutions
02.2023 - 02.2024

IT Analyst/Help Desk Support Specialist

ADT
10.2021 - 02.2023

Junior Technician

HOWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2019 - 10.2021
  • CompTIA, Security +
  • CompTIA, IT Fundamentals
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity

University of Maryland Global Campus

Associate of Science - Cyber Security

Howard Community College

High School Diploma -

Mount Hebron High School
Bakary Sawaneh