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Gabrielle Alexander

Washington,DC

Summary

Cybersecurity Intern with academic knowledge of real-world situations. I've conducted vulnerability assessments, performed penetration testing, and implemented security measures using tools like Wireshark and ServiceNow. I've contributed to the development of security policies, collaborated with teams, and actively stayed updated on industry trends. I'm eager to continue learning and contribute to cybersecurity initiatives. As a Help Desk Associate, I offer customer-focused technical support. I diagnose and troubleshoot hardware and software issues, guiding users to solutions and escalating when needed. With strong communication skills and a knack for adapting to new technologies, I ensure user satisfaction and maintain accurate support records.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Cyber Risk Management Intern

Navy Federal Credit Union
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Educated and trained users on information security policies and procedures.
  • Drafted security reports and metrics to track security performance and strategize improvements.
  • Evaluated emerging trends in cybersecurity, ensuring that company defenses were up-to-date and effective.
  • Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans.
  • Prepared detailed reports on findings from risk assessments, facilitating communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Assessed third-party vendors'' compliance with relevant cybersecurity regulations, minimizing the risk of supply chain attacks.
  • Developed and implemented cybersecurity strategies for improved protection against cyberattacks.

Help Desk Associate

Armed Forces Retirement Home
03.2020 - 04.2022
  • Managed high levels of call flow and responded clients technical support needs.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of troubleshooting steps and resolutions for future reference.
  • Researched product and issue resolution tactics to address customer concerns.
  • Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
  • Removed malware, ransomware, and other threats from laptops and desktop systems.
  • Generated reports to track performance and analyze trends.

IT Analyst Intern

Cleveland Clinic
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Gathered user requirements for new features or enhancements, translating them into actionable plans for developers.
  • Helped department set up equipment for meetings, events and operations.
  • Researched problems and used technical documentation to apply solutions.
  • Oversaw document development across project workstreams to create internal control statements per compliance and regulatory standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security

DeVry University
Downers Grove, IL
06.2025

Undergraduate Certificate Information Technology

DeVry University
Downers Grove, IL
06.2021

High School Diploma -

Potomac High School
Oxon Hill, MD
06.2013

Skills

  • Risk Mitigation
  • Deductive reasoning skills
  • Developing security plans
  • Privacy regulations
  • Javascript
  • Security assurance
  • LAN/WAN
  • Support Ticket System Management
  • Remote Support
  • TCP/IP
  • MS Office
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Cyber Risk Management Intern

Navy Federal Credit Union
05.2023 - 09.2023

Help Desk Associate

Armed Forces Retirement Home
03.2020 - 04.2022

IT Analyst Intern

Cleveland Clinic
05.2016 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security

DeVry University

Undergraduate Certificate Information Technology

DeVry University

High School Diploma -

Potomac High School
Gabrielle Alexander