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FATIMA IBRAHIM

Toronto,Canada

Summary

Cybersecurity and IT professional with 10+ years of experience across government, financial services, and enterprise environments. Specializing in identity and access management, security operations, and IT governance, with strong involvement in audit support, access reviews, and security control documentation. Experienced in supporting security investigations through log analysis, access anomaly review, and incident triage. I trained in digital forensics techniques including artifact analysis, evidence preservation, and investigative reporting.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Information Security Analyst

Legislative Assembly of Ontario | Office of the Integrity Commissioner

09.2022 - Current

Supported audit and compliance activities by collecting and validating technical evidence from Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and endpoint systems.
Conducted thorough digital forensics investigations to identify root causes of security incidents and prevent future occurrences.
Conducted access reviews and remediation of excessive privileges to strengthen identity governance and reduce access risk.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex cases requiring specialized knowledge in various fields of forensics.
Facilitated cross-departmental training sessions for sharing insights on emerging trends in cybercrime and forensics.
Conducted investigations into access anomalies through analysis of authentication logs, account activity, and system events, documenting findings and escalating security concerns as appropriate.
Maintained documentation of access processes and security controls to support audit readiness and governance reviews.
Prepared investigation reports documenting evidence, findings, timelines, and recommendations.
Communicated technical findings to management and non-technical stakeholders.
Used Microsoft Excel , Power-Bi and Tablu for data analysis

Technology and Security Specialist

EQ | Equitable Bank

10.2021 - 09.2022

Evaluated system logs and compiled evidence to enhance security incident investigations and reporting activities.
Conducted access reviews and privilege validation during internal audit cycles to ensure compliance with established requirements.
Examined access anomalies through correlation of authentication logs, system events, and user activity data.
Supported privileged access workflows using HashiCorp Vault within controlled security environments.
Maintained documentation supporting audit readiness and PCI DSS-aligned compliance requirements.
Led training sessions for staff on emergency response procedures and security best practices.
Managed crisis situations, deploying strategic responses to maintain operational integrity during emergencies.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex cases requiring specialized knowledge in IT forensics.
Utilized modern technology and digital forensics tools for efficient data collection during investigations.

Data Entry Analyst

FedEx

04.2021 - 10.2021

Performed data validation and quality checks with advanced Excel and PowerBI to ensure accuracy and integrity across operational systems.
Reviewed records for inconsistencies and escalated discrepancies for resolution.
Produced operational reports supporting workflow analysis and decision-making.
Entered and maintained accurate data in company databases ensuring integrity and consistency across systems.
Analyzed data discrepancies, implementing effective resolutions to enhance overall data quality.
Assisted with developing data entry processes.
Compiled, verified accuracy, and sorted information to prepare source data for computer entry.

System Administrator

Federal Medical Center

01.2019 - 12.2020

Managed Active Directory accounts, organizational units, and groups to streamline access requests and endpoint systems
Evaluated and mitigated infrastructure and application challenges impacting service availability.
Managed system log backups and operational records facilitating IT operations and recovery.
Executed workstation deployment in conjunction with software installation across enterprise systems.
Configured and maintained server infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Monitored system performance, troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime and enhance user experience.

Network Operations Center Lead

American Tower (ATC)

07.2015 - 12.2018

Directed incident escalation processes and ensured effective service restoration during network outages.
Facilitated response efforts in collaboration with internal teams and external vendors.
Delivered operational reports and service metrics for executive review.
Monitored network infrastructure and responded to incidents, alerts, and escalations.
Maintained operational logs supporting SLA compliance and post-incident review.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Education

Master of Science - Information Security and Digital Forensics

University of East London

London, UK

01-2025

Graduate Certificate - Cybersecurity and Threat Management

Seneca Polytechnic

Ontario, CA

01-2024

Certificate - Information Technology Infrastructure

Humber College