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KENAN S. NURAY

IT-Cybersecurity
San Antonio,TX

Summary

Actively pursuing a Master's degree in Cyber Security at UTSA's Carlos Alvarez Business School, concurrently serving as a Graduate Research Assistant in the Cyber Security lab. Seeking internship opportunities in the fields of Cyber Security and Information Technology, with confidence in being an ideal candidate for roles that encompass Cyber Security, IT, and Project Management.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Graduate Research Scientist

University of Texas San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
06.2023 - Current
  • Cyber Security Analytics
  • Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding IoT devices security.
  • Automation of Vulnerability Assessments
  • Design and document lab research
  • Coordinated with other researchers on collaborative projects to ensure successful completion.
  • Managed laboratory supplies inventory by ordering necessary items in timely manner.

Cybersecurity and Systems Specialist

M Systems International, Inc
Durham, NC
01.2005 - 07.2022
  • Penetration Testing
  • Cybersecurity Vulnerability Assessment Plan and Process development
  • Server Virtualization
  • Helpdesk Support
  • Database Managing and Monitoring
  • Monitored server performance metrics such as disk space usage, memory utilization, CPU load to ensure optimum functioning of systems

IT Department Intern

Alamo Colleges District
San Antonio, TX
01.2005 - 04.2022
  • Analyze "ACD Security Program & Plan" to assess current security compliance and identify action points
  • Perform technical and security issue trend analysis, assist in root cause analysis, and follow up on technical support issues
  • Research new security software, computer systems, hardware, and services for potential implementation

Department Head

Alternatif Bank
Istanbul, Turkey
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Manage 3 different teams as ADC, Fraud & Chargeback and Payment Systems under the IT department
  • Led more than 100 IT projects
  • Provided guidance and support to team members on daily tasks, projects and initiatives
  • Directed special projects as needed, delegating responsibilities among team members accordingly
  • Led regular meetings with team leaders and front-line staff to convey important operational information and new targets

Internet Banking Manager

Sekerbank
Istanbul, Turkey
01.2006 - 01.2015
  • Implemented new technologies designed to improve efficiency within Banking Center
  • Maintained compliance with all applicable regulations, laws, and policies.
  • Worked on more than 200 projects
  • Created strategies to increase overall profitability by identifying areas for improvement in operational practices
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies

Education

Master of Science - Cyber Security

University of Texas San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
06.2023 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Network Administration

Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TX
01.2020 - 2022.05

Bachelor of Economics -

Sakarya University
Sakarya, Turkey
09.1999 - 2003.06

Skills

CyberSecurity

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Certification

CCNA

Timeline

Master of Science - Cyber Security

University of Texas San Antonio
06.2023 - Current

Graduate Research Scientist

University of Texas San Antonio
06.2023 - Current

CCNA

05-2022

Associate of Applied Science - Network Administration

Northwest Vista College
01.2020 - 2022.05

Department Head

Alternatif Bank
01.2015 - 01.2018

Internet Banking Manager

Sekerbank
01.2006 - 01.2015

Cybersecurity and Systems Specialist

M Systems International, Inc
01.2005 - 07.2022

IT Department Intern

Alamo Colleges District
01.2005 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Economics -

Sakarya University
09.1999 - 2003.06
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