NKECHIYERE MPI
Waldorf,MD
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity professional with a passion for protecting sensitive data and mitigating cyber threats. Skilled in conducting vulnerability scans using tools such as, Wireshark, Nessus, and CrowdStrike. I have experience in implementing security controls to ensure compliance with industry standards. Seeking to contribute to a dynamic team by applying strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous learning in order to protect organizational assets from cyber threats and ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information systems.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SOC Analyst
Fredrick Community College, Fredrick, MD
Frederick, MD
12.2023 - Current
- Analyzed logs from various sources including web servers, application servers, databases, IDS and IPS systems. for possible security breaches.
- Evaluated current policies to identify gaps in existing controls.
- Created detailed reports outlining the findings of investigations into security events or incidents.
- Conducted regular penetration tests to assess the effectiveness of existing controls against known vulnerabilities.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of cyber threat landscape by researching latest attack trends and techniques used by attackers.
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve system performance and enhance overall security posture of the organization's infrastructure.
Cybersecurity Intern
UMGC, College Park, MD
College Park, MD
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures related to information security management.
- Implemented firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other security measures.
- Configured antivirus software programs for maximum protection against malware.
- Conducted physical site audits based on developed standards. Supports a wide range of security issues including architectures, TEMPEST, electronic data traffic, and security access. Creates and maintains Security Plans (SP), Information System Profile, and other security related documents. Provided consulting support and made recommendations to site management regarding appropriate timely and necessary improvements or in implementing contractual requirements. Provided supervision and support.
- Serving as PKI Registration Authority (RA) which is responsible for creating, recovering, and revoking PKI credentials for both OpenNet and ClassNet systems.
Technical Specialist
Enterprise, Baltimore, MD
Baltimore, MD
02.2020 - 10.2022
- Act as the first point of contact, managing incidents, problems, service requests, and changes for end users across various systems.
- Provide an interface between the Help Desk and application-specific Help Desks, government partners, and third-party providers.
- Support Incident, Problem, and Request Management using service desk service framework and best practices.
- Troubleshoot, prioritize, research, and document user problems within tickets, escalating as needed.
- Assist with configuring, installing, and supporting end-user hardware, software, peripherals, and mobile devices.
- Operate, maintain, configure, and test video conferencing services in unclassified modes.
- Troubleshoot issues involving Microsoft Windows, desktop applications, collaboration tools, email, etc.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD05-2024
Skills
- Incident Response
- Application security
- Python Programming
- Scripting Languages
- Access Control
- Web Security
- Firewall configuration
- Patch management
- Data Encryption
- Network Security
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Risk Assessment
Certification
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- CompTIA Security+
Timeline
SOC Analyst
Fredrick Community College, Fredrick, MD
12.2023 - Current
Cybersecurity Intern
UMGC, College Park, MD
11.2022 - 11.2023
Technical Specialist
Enterprise, Baltimore, MD
02.2020 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
University of Maryland Global Campus
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- CompTIA Security+
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