Cyber Security Engineer
Jesugnon Bonou
SecureNet Systems
Denver,CO
2
Languages
2
Certification
4
years of post-secondary education
Dynamic cyber security specialist with expertise in network security, risk management, and threat detection. Proven track record in reducing breaches and enhancing compliance protocols.
Work History
Network Security Engineer
- Increased firewall efficiency by 35%
- Detected vulnerabilities in real-time
- Trained staff on secure protocols
- Configured firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion prevention systems to protect network traffic.
- Monitored security alerts and investigated suspicious activity across network environments.
- Reviewed access controls and refined rulesets to strengthen segmentation and reduce exposure.
- Implemented vulnerability remediation tasks and coordinated patching with infrastructure teams.
- Analyzed logs from SIEM platforms to support incident response and threat containment.
- Documented security procedures and maintained network diagrams for operational consistency.
- Designed secure network architectures, incorporating best practices and latest industry standards.
- Reduced cyber threats by conducting vulnerability assessments and recommending appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Managed relationships with external vendors, negotiating contracts for hardware, software, and services related to network security.
- Applied Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks to verify performance of ongoing security measures.
Information Security Analyst
- Streamlined risk assessments by 20%
- Implemented IDS systems across networks
- Conducted audits improving compliance
- Investigated security events, correlated logs, and documented findings for remediation.
- Monitored SIEM alerts and triaged suspicious activity for timely incident escalation.
- Administered and monitored firewalls, intrusion detection systems and anti-virus software to detect risks.
- Strengthened network security by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
- Analyzed network traffic and system logs to detect malicious activities.
- Assessed vendor security during procurement processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry best practices.
- Improved incident response times by creating and maintaining detailed incident response procedures.
- Encrypted data and erected firewalls to protect confidential information.
- Developed plans to safeguard computer files against modification, destruction, or disclosure.
Cyber Security Specialist
- Enhanced threat detection by 45%
- Reduced breach incidents by 30%
- Managed security tools for 200 users
- Monitored security alerts and investigated suspicious activity across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.
- Analyzed vulnerabilities and prioritized remediation actions to strengthen system and data protection.
- Configured security tools including SIEM, EDR, and firewall policies to improve threat detection.
- Reviewed access controls and permissions to support least-privilege enforcement across user accounts.
- Contributed to the development of company-wide policies on information security, privacy, and acceptable use of technology resources.
- Reduced cyber risks by conducting regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
- Enhanced network security by implementing advanced threat detection and prevention tools.
- Advised executive leadership on current threat landscapes, providing strategic guidance on improving overall cybersecurity posture.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
- Developed plans to safeguard computer files against modification, destruction, or disclosure.
- Managed anonymous online and phone-call tips, implementing uncovered information into investigation processes to solve cases.
- Streamlined security processes by integrating various security tools and technologies into a unified platform.
- Reviewed firewall configurations regularly to ensure optimal perimeter defense against external threats.
- Created strong encryption protocols for data protection, safeguarding sensitive information from potential breaches.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science Cybersecurity Engineer
Master of Science - Cyber Security
Skills
Threat Analysis
Network Security
Compliance Auditing
Intrusion Detection Systems
Risk Management
Security Protocols
Firewall Configuration
Vulnerability Assessment
IP addressing and subnetting
Network security management
Network security
Security protocols
Certification
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional - ISC2
- Certified Ethical Hacker - ECCouncil
- CISSP - Certified Information System Security Professional
- CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security +
- Linux and RedHat Certificat
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Master of Science from Cyber Security
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor of Science from Computer Science Cybersecurity Engineer
01.2023 - 12.2025Read More
Network Security Engineer
SecureNet Systems
7 2021 - 12 2022Read More
Information Security Analyst
TechGuard Innovations
1 2023 - 6 2024Read More
Cyber Security Specialist
CyberSafe Solutions
7 2024 - 11.2026Read More