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Charles Weaver

Charles Weaver

Moreno Valley,CA

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Successful people are not gifted; they just work hard, then succeed on purpose.
G.K. Nielson

Summary

IT Security Analyst skilled in enterprise security risk management and regulatory compliance ( FISMA, NIST, FIPS, RMF, NIST CSF, FedRAMP, SOX). Proven expertise in assessing information systems, implementing controls, and mitigating vulnerabilities. Ensures configuration management for software and hardware using best practices. Secured first internship at 17 through self-study, demonstrating commitment to mastering cybersecurity. At Douala IT, contributed to security posture through risk management, incident response, and compliance. Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities. Seeking an cybersecurity role to grow and contribute to organizational security and resilience.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Certification

  • Comptia Security+
  • CISSP (exam in view)

Technical Tools

  • Vulnerability Scanner-Nessus
  • SIEM- Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel
  • Operating Systems- Windows, MacOS, Linux
  • Word, Excel, and PowerPoint,
  • GRC tools- eMASS, ServiceNow

Skills

  • Project Management and Support
  • Risk Management & Compliance
  • System Development Life Cycle
  • Authorization to Operate (ATO)
  • Vulnerability Assessment and Mitigation
  • Security Control Assessment (SCA)
  • Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM)
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Deductive reasoning skills
  • Data Security
  • Vulnerability Assessment

Accomplishments

  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive incident response plan, resulting in improved coordination and efficiency during security incidents.
  • Identified and remediated a previously undetected security vulnerability, preventing potential data exfiltration and preserving the integrity of sensitive information.
  • Played a key role in achieving and maintaining compliance with industry regulations (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR) through proactive monitoring and remediation of security gaps.
  • Mentored junior SOC analysts, providing guidance and training on security best practices and enhancing team performance.
  • Received recognition or awards for outstanding performance, contributions to incident response, or innovative approaches to cybersecurity challenges.
  • Successfully conducted tabletop exercises or simulated cyberattack scenarios, validating incident response procedures and improving overall readiness.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute security awareness training programs, resulting in increased employee awareness and adherence to security policies.

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science - Computer Science

Mt San Jacinto College
San Jacinto, CA
06.2027

Work History

Information Security Analyst

Douala IT
06.2020 - 04.2024
  • Monitor security event logs and alerts to identify and investigate potential security incidents.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of security alerts and incidents to determine root cause and impact.
  • Utilize SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools to correlate and analyze security events from various sources.
  • Respond promptly to security incidents, including containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.
  • Perform threat hunting activities to proactively identify and mitigate potential threats.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and remediate security vulnerabilities and gaps.
  • Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures to ensure effective response to security incidents.
  • Generate and present detailed reports on security incidents, trends, and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
  • Stay abreast of emerging security threats and technologies to continually improve security posture.
  • Participate in security incident response drills and exercises to test and enhance incident response capabilities.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior SOC analysts, fostering their professional growth and development.
  • Adhere to industry best practices and compliance requirements, such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, and NIST standards.
Charles Weaver