Maranatha Headley
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dedicated Cybersecurity Analyst with over 9 years of experience in identity and access management (IAM), system security, and compliance frameworks. Expertise in monitoring access controls, enforcing security policies, and conducting UAT testing while ensuring regulatory compliance with NIST, SOX, ISO, and STIG standards. ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) with skills in penetration testing and security operations, aiming for a Cybersecurity Analyst or SOC role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Data Systems Manager
JHB Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
07.2022 - Current
- Administer and monitor identity and access management (IAM) systems protecting sensitive organizational data.
- Define, implement, and review role-based access controls (RBAC) across applications, databases, and file systems.
- Conduct access audits to ensure least-privilege compliance and regulatory alignment.
- Partner with IT Security leadership to deploy security tools, system upgrades, and access control enhancements.
- Support security change management while maintaining automated, secure system operations.
- Coordinate with vendors to ensure secure configurations, and timely security updates.
Business Technology Analyst
William Woods University
Fulton, Missouri
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed secure data exchanges with third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with technical specifications.
- Developed and documented data handling procedures aligned with institutional security standards.
- Led secure data management and governance processes supporting admissions systems.
- Performed data cleanup and integrity checks to reduce the risk of data exposure.
- Monitored CRM functionality and system updates for security, accuracy, and availability.
Software Applications Analyst
Johnson C. Smith University
Charlotte, North Carolina
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Developed and executed SQL queries for secure reporting and validation.
- Supported enterprise applications with a focus on secure access, system availability, and data integrity.
- Provided technical support for change management and system enhancements.
- Assisted with integration testing to ensure systems met security and operational requirements.
- Supported users with authentication and access-related issues.
Testing Intermediate Analyst
Citi
Tampa, Florida
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed test plans, test cases, and scripts aligned with business and security requirements.
- Executed User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for financial systems, validating functionality and compliance prior to production deployment.
- Validated data integrity between source and target systems (IOD/DOD scenarios).
- Identified defects and performed root cause analysis to support remediation efforts, ensuring system reliability.
- Generated recurring testing and risk reports, providing stakeholders with insights to inform decision-making.
Senior Oracle Database Administrator
REEF Technology
Washington, DC
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Implemented database security controls, including Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), auditing, and data masking, to safeguard sensitive information.
- Enforced STIG compliance and supported POA&M documentation for audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
- Designed backup and disaster recovery strategies, reducing storage costs by 21%.
- Improved system performance by 35% through monitoring and tuning (AWR/ADDM).
- Deployed Data Guard and GoldenGate to enhance data resilience and availability, minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity.
Oracle Database Administrator
The World Institute of Safety
Baltimore, Maryland
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Executed RMAN backups, cloning, and recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and availability.
- Monitored and secured databases using OEM and TOAD.
- Implemented role-based privileges, password policies, and quarterly security patching.
- Analyzed complex SQL queries, identifying performance and security risks to enhance database efficiency.
- Supported Oracle Exadata environment, maintaining high availability and reliability of database systems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Monash University
South Africa12-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Communications & Media Studies
Monash University
South Africa12-2014
Skills
- Identity & Access Management (IAM)
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Access Reviews & User Provisioning
- Incident & Defect Analysis
- Vulnerability & Risk Assessment (Foundational)
- NIST CSF
- SOX
- ISO 27001
- STIGs
- POA&M Documentation
- SQL (Data Validation & Analysis)
- Database Security & Encryption (TDE)
- Penetration Testing (Foundational)
- UAT / Security Testing
- Backup, Disaster Recovery & High Availability
- Oracle, CRM & Enterprise Systems
- Oracle OEM, TOAD
- InfoMaker, CRM Platforms
- Microsoft Office
Certification
ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
Timeline
Business Technology Analyst
William Woods University
02.2023 - 10.2023
Data Systems Manager
JHB Charlotte
07.2022 - Current
Software Applications Analyst
Johnson C. Smith University
05.2021 - 03.2023
Testing Intermediate Analyst
Citi
08.2020 - 05.2021
Senior Oracle Database Administrator
REEF Technology
08.2019 - 10.2020
Oracle Database Administrator
The World Institute of Safety
06.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Monash University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications & Media Studies
Monash University