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Fardowsa Mohamed

Eden Prairie,MN

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

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Security Analyst

Boston Scientific
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided safety reports and data analysis to building managers to inform security processes.
  • Outlined and maintained security patching schedule to efficiently address ongoing system issues.
  • Created and implemented security network framework across 17 devices.
  • Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Researched and developed new computer forensic tools.

Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

DuPont
03.2022 - 11.2022
  • Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
  • Researched and developed new computer forensic tools.
  • Engineered, maintained and repaired security systems and programmable logic controls.
  • Encrypted data and erected firewalls to protect confidential information.
  • Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN
12.2023

High School Diploma -

Eden Prairie Senior High School
Eden Prairie, MN
06.2020

Skills

  • Qualys Cloud Platform
  • Erecting firewalls
  • Data Security
  • Developing security plans
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Security Needs Assessment
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Network Security

Certification

  • CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor
  • Comptia Security+, Network+

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
somali
Full Professional

Timeline

Security Analyst

Boston Scientific
01.2023 - Current

Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

DuPont
03.2022 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

High School Diploma -

Eden Prairie Senior High School
Fardowsa Mohamed