Babalola Okunola
Upper Marlboro,MD
Summary
Information Security Specialist with passion for aligning security architecture plans and processes with security standards and business goals. Extensive experience developing and testing security framework for cloud-based software. Versed in robust network defense strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SOC Analyst / Network Engineer
Nara
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Worked with other teams to enforce security of applications and systems.
- Analyzed network traffic and system logs to detect malicious activities.
- Investigated and resolved incidents of unauthorized access to sensitive information.
- Drafted security reports and metrics to track security performance and strategize improvements.
- Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers, and other hardware.
- Performed troubleshooting for Juniper, Cisco, and packet analysis.
- Managed, tracked, and coordinated problem resolution and escalation processes.
- Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
- Detected intrusion attempts and promptly responded to DDoS attacks.
- Integrated fixed wireless connectivity into facilities requiring high-speed networks.
- Assisted with implementation and support of network monitoring tools.
- Liaised with stakeholders to keep project goals and deadlines on target.
- Collaborated with vendors to identify best options for optimizing network performance.
- Escalated emergency technical issues beyond knowledge to maintain optimum up-time.
- Administered and monitored firewalls, intrusion detection systems and anti-virus software to detect risks.
- Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
- Monitored computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems.
Information Assurance Analyst / ISSO
Motivon Inc.
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Monitored computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Investigated and resolved incidents of unauthorized access to sensitive information.
- Activities: Develop and update security documentation like the Systems Security Plan (SSP), Security Assessment Report (SAR), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M). These documents are essential for achieving and maintaining Authorization to Operate (ATO) and for annual security reviews.
Guidance: Ensure that all documentation accurately reflects the current security posture and compliance with NIST guidelines. Regularly review and revise these documents to incorporate changes in the system, policies, or compliance requirements.
Security Control Assessment:
Tools: NIST SP 800-53A Rev4 for security control assessment guidelines.
Activities: Conduct assessments of security controls to verify their effectiveness. Update test results and remediate any identified deficiencies as part of the continuous monitoring program.
Guidance: Maintain a schedule for periodic reviews and updates of security controls. Use findings from these assessments to strengthen the overall security framework.
Vulnerability Management: - Analyzed network traffic and system logs to detect malicious activities.
- Administered and monitored firewalls, intrusion detection systems and anti-virus software to detect risks.
- Implemented security measures to reduce threats and damage related to cyber attacks.
- Worked with other teams to enforce security of applications and systems.
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Networks And Cyber Security
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD05.2023
Associate of Arts - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD07.2015
Skills
- Penetration Testing
- Web Security
- Compliance standards
- Data Security
- Wireshark software
- Symantec Endpoint Protection
- Best Practices Implementation
- Data protection
- Information Auditing
- Access Control
- Incident Response
- Intrusion Detection
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Application security
- Risk Mitigation
- Privacy regulations
- Compliance Management
Certification
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
CompTIA CySA+ (exp 2026/since April 2023, Val# NXXGV4FQP2RQQZKV)
CompTIA Security+ (exp 2026/since Aug 2020, Val# LKRX7VN3VCREQQ5C)
CompTIA Network+ (exp 2025/since Dec 2022, Val# DSPYETCQFNR1QTWH)
CISCO CCNA (exp 2026/since March 2023, Val# CSCO14246455)
Additional Information
United states citizen with a current Secret Clearance
In possession of DHS and DEA Suitabilities
Timeline
SOC Analyst / Network Engineer
Nara
08.2021 - Current
Information Assurance Analyst / ISSO
Motivon Inc.
01.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Computer Networks And Cyber Security
University of Maryland - College Park
Associate of Arts - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Prince George's Community College
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