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Louis Boah
SilverSpring,MD
Summary
Cybersecurity analyst with CompTIA CySA+ certification and IIBA-endorsed training in cybersecurity analysis. Over three years of experience in security operations center, specializing in incident response and threat detection using Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel. Expertise in identity and phishing investigations, as well as malware analysis. Demonstrated success in enhancing security posture through proactive threat hunting and collaboration with senior analysts.
Overview
3
3
Certificate
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
SOC Analyst
Miracle Cyber
10.2022 - Current
- Monitored, triaged, investigated, and responded to security alerts and incidents using Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel to support effective incident detection, analysis, and response.
- Investigated phishing attacks, malware detections, suspicious sign-ins, impossible travel alerts, endpoint compromise, identity compromise, and other security incidents.
- Reviewed and analyzed Microsoft Entra ID sign-in logs, audit logs, Identity Protection alerts, and Conditional Access events to identify suspicious authentication activities and unauthorized access attempts.
- Conducted proactive threat hunting using Microsoft Sentinel and Kusto Query Language (KQL) to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs), suspicious behaviors, and emerging threats.
- Validated and enriched IOCs using multiple threat intelligence platforms, including VirusTotal for malware and URL analysis, AbuseIPDB and IPQS (IP Quality Score) for IP reputation analysis, URLScan.io for URL investigation, CyberChef for data analysis and decoding, and Triage Sandbox for malware analysis.
- Applied the MITRE ATT&CK Framework to map adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) during security investigations and incident analysis.
- Classified security alerts as True Positive, False Positive, or Benign Positive based on investigative findings and supporting evidence.
- Assisted in developing and implementing containment, eradication, and recovery actions to minimize security risks and improve incident response effectiveness.
- Prepared detailed incident reports and maintained comprehensive investigation documentation to support future analysis, compliance, and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborated with senior SOC analysts during incident investigations, escalations, threat analysis, and response activities.
- Assisted with SIEM detection rule tuning and alert optimization to reduce false positives and improve detection accuracy.
- Assisted in planning, executing, and monitoring phishing simulation campaigns to assess user susceptibility and enhance organizational security awareness.
- Analyzed phishing simulation results and provided recommendations to strengthen employee security awareness and reduce phishing risks.
- Supported security awareness initiatives by educating users on phishing, social engineering, password security, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and safe email practices.
- Utilized Microsoft Defender for Endpoint to investigate endpoint threats, suspicious processes, and malicious activities.
- Leveraged Microsoft Defender for Office 365 to investigate phishing emails, malicious attachments, spoofing attempts, and email-based threats.
- Utilized Microsoft Defender for Identity to monitor identity-related threats, detect suspicious authentication activities, and investigate potential account compromise.
Founder & CEO
Boah FX Academy
01.2017 - Current
- Founded and managed forex education company, delivering comprehensive training to empower clients in forex trading success.
- Led business strategy and operations, improving client engagement and training programs to enhance learning outcomes.
- Developed educational content on risk management and financial markets, enabling clients to make informed trading decisions.
Branch Manager
CIG Microfinance Ghana Ltd
12.2014 - 12.2017
- Led branch operations, ensuring regulatory compliance while managing lending and operational risk.
- Directed daily operations and enhanced customer service at CIG Microfinance Ghana Ltd.
- Supervised loan processing and conducted risk assessments for clients.
- Developed training programs for staff to enhance service delivery standards.
Acting Assistant Branch Manager
Dream Finance Ltd
09.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed branch operations to maintain regulatory compliance and operational integrity.
- Supported management in daily operations and enhanced customer service initiatives.
- Coordinated branch staff schedules to optimize coverage and enhance service delivery.
- Trained new employees on company policies and effective customer interaction techniques.
Risk & Credit Officer
Dream Finance Ltd, Ghana
01.2013 - 09.2013
- Conducted credit risk analysis to evaluate loan viability and reduce financial exposure.
- Reviewed credit applications for accuracy and adherence to company policies.
- Examined financial statements to determine creditworthiness of applicants.
- Communicated with clients to gather necessary documentation and clarify information.
SME Sales Executive
Standard Chartered Bank Ghana (via L'Aine Services Ltd)
01.2011 - 11.2012
- Acquired new banking customers by ensuring compliance with KYC procedures.
- Guided staff on banking regulations and compliance standards to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Developed training materials for staff on banking products and services.
- Collaborated with teams to streamline operational processes and workflows.
Education
HND - Accountancy
Takoradi Technical University
Takoradi, Ghana06-2008
Skills
- Microsoft Defender XDR and Sentinel
- Incident response and threat detection
- Threat hunting and intelligence
- KQL and malware analysis
- IOC analysis and phishing investigation
- Defender for Endpoint and EDR
- SIEM and VirusTotal
- URL scanning with scanio
- MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Security operations management
Certification
- CompTIA CySA+
- Cybersecurity Analysis – Centre for Business Analysis (IIBA Endorsed)
Timeline
SOC Analyst
Miracle Cyber
10.2022 - Current
Founder & CEO
Boah FX Academy
01.2017 - Current
Branch Manager
CIG Microfinance Ghana Ltd
12.2014 - 12.2017
Acting Assistant Branch Manager
Dream Finance Ltd
09.2013 - 01.2015
Risk & Credit Officer
Dream Finance Ltd, Ghana
01.2013 - 09.2013
SME Sales Executive
Standard Chartered Bank Ghana (via L'Aine Services Ltd)
01.2011 - 11.2012
HND - Accountancy
Takoradi Technical University
Cybersecurity Projects
- Microsoft Defender XDR investigations involving phishing, malware, endpoint, email and identity alerts.
- Threat hunting using Microsoft Sentinel and KQL.
- Home lab simulating phishing, malware and suspicious PowerShell activity.