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Entisar Abdulkadir

Burtonsville,MD

Summary

Cybersecurity professional with over 5 years of experience specializing in vulnerability management, risk management, RMF compliance, and help desk support. Proven track record implementing and maintaining secure systems across enterprise environments, performing security assessments, managing DLP and SIEM tools, and supporting users at all tiers. Strong background in cloud security (AWS, Azure), regulatory compliance (FISMA, NIST, RMF, PCI, HIPAA), and hands-on experience with security tools and incident response.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cyber Security Engineer

BlackRock
11.2021 - Current
  • Led vulnerability management programs, remediating risks via tools like Nessus.
  • Implemented and monitored SIEM platforms (Splunk, ELK, McAfee), correlating logs for threat detection.
  • Conducted risk assessments, PCI-DSS audits, and vendor risk analysis based on RMF.
  • Drafted and enforced security policies aligned with NIST SP 800-53 and FedRAMP requirements.
  • Performed RMF tasks including system categorization, security control selection, implementation, and continuous monitoring.
  • Delivered multi-factor authentication solutions using RSA SecureID and Azure MFA.
  • Executed DLP policies with Symantec, identifying and mitigating sensitive data leakage.
  • Contributed to incident response and forensics investigations using Magnet, Autopsy, and other tools.
  • Transitioned security environments to cloud (AWS, Azure), enabling secure infrastructure-as-a-service.
  • Collaborated with finance/risk teams to quantify threats and integrate User Behavior Analytics.

Cyber Security Analyst / Security Engineer

Carbon Health
03.2019 - 10.2021
  • Conducted daily vulnerability scans, log analysis, and threat remediation usingTenable Nessus .
  • Assessed third-party vendor risk postures and created mitigation strategies.
  • Responded to security incidents triggered by SIEM alerts.
  • Delivered patching and system hardening on Linux/Windows servers in line with RMF guidelines.
  • Built compliance programs for PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and HITECH audits.
  • Collaborated on cloud security configurations (Azure, AWS VPN).
  • Managed endpoint protection systems and deployed secure mail gateways (Symantec).
  • Created and maintained documentation supporting FISMA and NIST audits.

Help Desk Assistant

Quadrangledevelopment
01.2017 - 03.2019
  • Assessed, troubleshot and repaired various machines such as desktops, printers and sorters.
  • Tested new software and hardware prior to deployment.
  • Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.
  • Install and configure desktop/laptop systems, software applications, and peripheral devices.
  • Reset passwords, unlock accounts, and manage permissions in Active Directory or similar platforms.

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Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Networking And Cybersecurity

University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD
12-2023

Skills

  • Risk & Vulnerability Management: Nessus, Rapid7, Qualys, CVSS, Metasploit
  • Security Frameworks & Compliance: RMF, NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, HIPAA,
  • Help Desk & IT Support: Windows/Linux support, Active Directory, Remote Desktop, ServiceNow
  • SIEM & DLP: Splunk and Symantec
  • Cloud Platforms: AWS (EC2, S3, IAM), Azure Security Center, Office 365
  • Networking: Cisco Routers/Switches, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN
  • Tools: GitHub and SolarWinds

Certification

CompTIA A+

CompTIA Security+

Artificial Intelligence and Career Empowerment

Timeline

Cyber Security Engineer

BlackRock
11.2021 - Current

Cyber Security Analyst / Security Engineer

Carbon Health
03.2019 - 10.2021

Help Desk Assistant

Quadrangledevelopment
01.2017 - 03.2019

Bachelor of Science - Computer Networking And Cybersecurity

University of Maryland Global Campus
Entisar Abdulkadir