Oghenero Victor Ayavoro
Arlington,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented cybersecurity professional with 10+ years of experience seeking a challenging position in cybersecurity. Expertise in network security, incident response, and vulnerability management. Committed to protecting and securing organizational assets.
Dedicated cybersecurity specialist skilled in threat detection, risk assessment, and security policy implementation. Proficient in conducting assessments, developing solutions, and responding to incidents. Strong communicator and team player in high-pressure environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCI-DSS Compliance
Mac Jason Consult
03.2021 - Current
- Performed gap assessment, tested, and validated PCI DSS controls
- Analyzed data flow patterns within network diagrams.
- Reviewed firewall configuration standards to ensure alignment with PCI DSS standards
- Performed regular and automated firewall reviews
- Reviewed Quarterly ASV scans to ensure compliance with PCI DSS standards
- Configured and implemented intrusion detection systems and firewalls
- Developed compensating controls for requirements that could not be met by clients
- Conducted gap analysis and readiness assessments for PCI v4.0 compliance, followed by delivering readiness reports
- Carried out several PCI DSS v4.0 assessments and produced reports for respective organization
- Developed compensating control for requirements that could not be met by clients
- Evaluated existing networks against industry standards such as HIPAA or PCI DSS compliance.
- Assessed hazardous materials storage facilities for safety compliance.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards including HIPAA, SOX, PCI DSS.
CYBERSECURITY ANALYST
Cloudticians
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Collaborated with multiple customer technical teams and business units to gather essential evidence for assessments.
- Managed service providers and developed responsibility matrices
- Reviewed data flow, network diagrams, and performed scoping work
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to protect the company's assets from unauthorized access.
- Analyzed network traffic logs, firewall logs, intrusion detection system alerts, and antivirus reports to identify potential threats.
- Conducted vulnerability scans using automated tools to detect any weaknesses in the system.
- Responded promptly to cyber incidents by analyzing attack signatures, isolating affected systems, and restoring normal operations.
- Assisted with developing strategies for responding to potential cyber attacks such as malware outbreaks, phishing campaigns, ransomware attacks.
- Performed regular system audits of all network resources to ensure compliance with corporate security policies.
Cybersecurity Analyst Intern
SMO Logic
06.2013 - 09.2018
- Developing and maintaining plans to mitigate risks and respond to security incidents
- Used intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS) to detect and prevent unauthorized access
- Assisted with penetration testing, configuring and implementing intrusion detection systems
- Developed compensating control for requirements that could not be met by clients
- Reviewed firewall configuration standards to ensure compliance with PCI DSS requirements
- Assisted in the evaluation of quarterly ASV scans to confirm alignment with PCI DSS standards
- Performed malware analysis using appropriate tools and techniques to detect malicious code activity.
- Identified and documented potential network threats through log examination.
Education
B.SC - Computer Science
University of Agriculture
Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria01.2010
Skills
- Network Security
- Incident Response
- Security Risk Assessment
- Vulnerability Management
- Penetration Testing
- SIEM Tools (eg, Splunk, QRadar)
- Programming languages: Python, Bash
- Creative Design Solutions
- Visual Identity Creation
Certification
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Relevantcoursework
- Data Structure
- Algorithm Analysis
- Artificial Intelligence
- Software Methodology
- Database Management
- Internet Technology
- Computer Architecture
Timeline
PCI-DSS Compliance
Mac Jason Consult
03.2021 - Current
CYBERSECURITY ANALYST
Cloudticians
08.2018 - 02.2021
Cybersecurity Analyst Intern
SMO Logic
06.2013 - 09.2018
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
B.SC - Computer Science
University of Agriculture
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