Praises J. Sekumade
Mansfield,TX
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Cyber Vendor Risk Analyst/IT auditor with 5 years of experience in assessing and mitigating cybersecurity risks associated with third-party vendors. Proven expertise in evaluating vendor security controls, conducting risk assessments, and implementing effective risk management strategies. Exceptional skills in IT risk assessment, process improvement, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cyber Vendor Risk Analyst
IP Connect Consulting INC
08.2019 - Current
- Perform comprehensive risk assessments on third-party vendors to evaluate their cybersecurity posture
- Develop and maintain a vendor risk management program to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and assess risks associated with vendor relationships
- Conduct on-site assessments and audits of vendor security controls and practices
- Review and analyze security documentation provided by vendors, such as risk assessments, security policies, and incident response plans
- Provide recommendations for remediation of identified vulnerabilities and weaknesses
- Monitor and track vendor security incidents, ensuring timely response and resolution.
- Strengthened vendor relationships by maintaining open communication and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of vendors, ensuring timely delivery of products and services to clients.
- Established performance metrics for evaluating vendor effectiveness, aligning supplier goals with overall business objectives.
IT Security Analyst
IPConnect Consulting Inc.
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted in the development and implementation of information security policies and procedures
- Conducted vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and address security weaknesses
- Collaborated with IT teams to implement security measures and best practices
- Provided security awareness training to employees to enhance the overall security posture of the organization
- Participated in incident response activities and conducted forensic analysis.
- Enhanced network security by conducting regular vulnerability assessments and implementing necessary patches.
- Reduced potential security risks by proactively monitoring systems for suspicious activity and taking appropriate action.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX.Skills
- IT compliance and regulatory knowledge, such as SOX, PCI DSS, and HIPAA IT Frameworks (COBIT, ITIL, NIST, ISO27001)
- Microsoft office
- Project management
- Time management and prioritization
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Vendor risk management
- Risk assessments
- Security controls evaluation
- Security documentation review
- Incident response
- Security awareness training
- Vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Communication
- Cost Control
- Onboarding and Offboarding Procedures
Certification
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Timeline
Cyber Vendor Risk Analyst
IP Connect Consulting INC
08.2019 - Current
IT Security Analyst
IPConnect Consulting Inc.
10.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Texas at Arlington
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