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Christine DeMorat

Pittsboro,NC

Summary

Information Security Analyst with proficiency in online security research, planning, execution and maintenance. Skilled at training internal users on security procedures and preventive measures. Also very passionate about threat intelligence and being proactive in safeguarding the organization from threats and attacks by cyber criminals.


Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Information Security Analyst

ICON Clinical Research
06.2021 - Current
  • Created cybersecurity best practice communications to educate staff against known threats and potential vectors of attack.
  • Maintained company-wide compliance with industry standards and ISO 27001.
  • Drafted security reports and metrics to track security performance and strategize improvements.
  • Worked with other teams to enforce security of applications and systems.
  • Educated and trained users on information security policies and procedures.
  • Developed, tested and implemented security training and phishing campaigns for organizational protection.
  • Consulted with team members to assess flawed root causes and plan for remediation.
  • Implemented security measures to reduce threats and damage related to cyber attacks.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Assisted with audits, requests for information, and requests for documentation from Sponsors and potential clients.
  • Maintained security awareness and training program for organization consisting of 42K employees.
  • Worked with Data Privacy to develop Privacy and Security Champions Network throughout organization consisting of employees from each business unit.
  • Helped to develop a Women in Technology initiative for the company and held US Lead position.
  • Developed and maintained cybersecurity page and Women in Technology page on ICON internal website.

Cybersecurity Analyst

PRA Health Sciences
07.2018 - 06.2021
  • Created cybersecurity best practice communications to educate staff against known threats and potential vectors of attack.
  • Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
  • Maintained company-wide compliance with industry standards and NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
  • Worked with other teams to enforce security of applications and systems.
  • Developed, tested and implemented security policies, plans and procedures for organizational protection.
  • Developed and maintained incident response protocols to mitigate damage and liability during security breaches.
  • Designed company-wide policies to bring operations in line with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and CIS controls.
  • Researched and secured Proofpoint Security Training platform.
  • Responsible for management of security awareness program and phishing campaigns.

Privacy Analyst

PRA Health Sciences
10.2017 - 07.2018
  • Assisted with development of compliance objectives and strategies.
  • Researched and assisted in securing GRC digital risk platform to identify potential compliance and cybersecurity risks.
  • Worked with Data Privacy Officer to develop standard operating procedures and policies in line with applicable laws and regulations including GDPR.
  • Evaluated new and upcoming security and privacy requirements to ensure adherence to those requirements.
  • Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively.

Workers' Compensation Paralegal

Hedrick Gardner Law Firm
02.2001 - 10.2017
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
  • Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
  • Monitored changes in laws, regulations and other legal matters to keep firm compliant with requirements.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Education

2 Year Paralegal Degree - Paralegal Studies

Brooome Community College
Binghamton, NY
05.1990

Skills

  • Implementing Security Programs
  • Writing Policies and Procedures for Compliance
  • Program Management
  • Risk Management
  • Audit and Sponsor Request Support
  • Compliance with Security Requirements

Timeline

Information Security Analyst

ICON Clinical Research
06.2021 - Current

Cybersecurity Analyst

PRA Health Sciences
07.2018 - 06.2021

Privacy Analyst

PRA Health Sciences
10.2017 - 07.2018

Workers' Compensation Paralegal

Hedrick Gardner Law Firm
02.2001 - 10.2017

2 Year Paralegal Degree - Paralegal Studies

Brooome Community College
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