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Certification
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Kiki Ahounou

Cybersecurity Analyst / Linux System Admin
Waldorf,Maryland

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Cybersecurity Analyst

Lyft
04.2021 - Current

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  • Developed customized training materials to educate employees on cybersecurity awareness and best practices.
  • Supported incident response efforts by collecting evidence, documenting findings, and assisting in remediation efforts.
  • Evaluated and tested security controls to ensure the effectiveness of implemented measures, making recommendations for improvement as necessary.
  • Enhanced network security by conducting thorough vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
  • Conducted regular audits of information systems to identify potential security risks and recommend corrective measures.
  • Managed software patching processes, ensuring timely updates to protect against known vulnerabilities.
  • Performed regular reviews of user access rights, minimizing the risk posed by insider threats or compromised accounts.
  • Maintained an up-to-date understanding of current threat landscape, tailoring defensive strategies accordingly for maximum effectiveness against evolving tactics employed by adversaries.

Linux System Administrator

7-Eleven
10.2018 - 04.2021
  • Ensured high availability of critical systems by proactively monitoring server health and addressing potential issues before they escalated.
  • Improved system performance by optimizing Linux server configurations, implementing efficient backup processes, and performing regular maintenance tasks.
  • Spearheaded migration projects between different Linux distributions, ensuring minimal data loss or downtime during transitions.
  • Reduced downtime during planned system upgrades, maintaining seamless user experiences through thorough testing and rollback planning.
  • Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
  • Analyzed network traffic and performance metrics to optimize system performance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity And Technology

University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD
05.2001 -

Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity

Northern Virginia Community College
Alexandria
05.2001 -

Skills

    Patch management

    Business Continuity

    HIPAA Compliance

    Data Encryption

    Incident Response

    Scripting Languages

    Penetration Testing

    Team Collaboration

    Self Motivation

    Analytical Thinking

    Problem-solving aptitude

    Goal Setting

    Adaptability and Flexibility

    Written Communication

    Excellent Communication

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of penetration testing.

Certification

RHCSA

Timeline

RHCSA

02-2023

Cybersecurity Analyst

Lyft
04.2021 - Current

Linux System Administrator

7-Eleven
10.2018 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity And Technology

University of Maryland Global Campus
05.2001 -

Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity

Northern Virginia Community College
05.2001 -
Kiki AhounouCybersecurity Analyst / Linux System Admin