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Ransford Okrah

Information Security Analyst
Overland Park,KS

Summary

I have over 3 years’ experience analyzing assessing and mitigating risks for Federal and Commercial Entities. I possess extensive hands-on experience in Cyber Security including documentation. My experience includes proactively monitoring and managing the landscape of the cybersecurity enterprise leveraging the NIST 800. Highly proficient and experienced IT Auditor entrusted with managing complex and multi-system application controls, SOX, ISQM1 Standards,HIPAA, PCI DSS, and audit risk projects affecting large number of users nationwide, with reputation for adept leadership of business to IT workflow analysis and walk through and testing relating to Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs). My knowledge of industry standards and ability to meet milestone deadlines make me a valuable addition to any organization focused on staying on top of information security matters.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Process Operator/IT Operation

Cargill Inc
Kansas City, MO
07.2020 - Current
  • Performed IT operations, including data recording
  • Executing processes and operating all equipment of designated areas
  • Preparation, refinery, extraction, steam generation
  • Biodiesel and grain drying computer monitoring equipment
  • Operation control systems, processing of samples and utilizing computer systems to input and record data as necessary
  • Inspecting building grounds and equipment utilized by the facility to troubleshoot and also perform light maintenance and complete repair work
  • Interacting regular with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork environment
  • Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
  • Maintaining all computers in a safe work environment.

IT CyberSecurity Intern

Cyloc Solutions
Laurel, MD
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Perform the role of an Assessor and performed security control assessment as part of the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) tasks
  • Develop and conduct Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E), Security Assessment Plan (SAP), Rule of Engagement in accordance with the NIST SP 800-53A
  • Document and finalize Security Assessment Reports (SARs)
  • Monitor controls post authorization to ensure continuous compliance with the security requirement
  • Conduct FISMA-based security risk assessments for various government contracting organizations and application systems including interviews, tests and inspections
  • Assist with FISMA compliance and the preparation of systems Assessment and Authorization process
  • Perform review and certifying/validation of items uploads into POA&M tracking tool in support of the remediation process
  • Guide System Owners and ISSOs through Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process, ensuring that operational, management and technical control securing sensitive security systems are in place and being followed according to the Federal Guideline (NIST SP800-53)
  • Test system technical security configuration settings, review Nessus scan results for compliance with industry standards
  • Execute examine, interview, and test procedures in accordance with NIST SP 800-53A Revision 4
  • Used Nessus Vulnerability scanner to, add, run, schedule scans to scan web application and Operating system
  • Create OS Identification policy, patch auditing using credentials, configure auditing policy setting for CIS and FISM benchmark using Nessus.

Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Boot Camp at Careerist INTERN
Miami, FL
02.2020 - 07.2020
  • Testing Web and Mobile(IOS, Android) application
  • Tracking and reporting issues with Jira
  • Developing, maintaining and executing test cases using test rail
  • Performing black box, functional UI, smoke and regression testing
  • Testing various platform to find errors/bugs and assigning issues to be fix by developer
  • Participating in daily stand-up and sprint planning.

Field Technician

Spectrum
Overland Park, KS
01.2018 - 05.2019
  • Provided technical solutions at customer sites, enhancing customer satisfaction
  • Diagnosed and repaired electrical products, ensuring optimal service delivery
  • Travelling to customer sites as field Technician to install and inspect equipment
  • Troubleshoot service issues, optimize reliability and construct innovative solutions for digital voice, videos and high speed internet for customers
  • Handles on-site servicing diagnostics and repairs for a company electrical products or equipment in manufacturing plant and a construction sites using fibre and copper cabling system for effective work done.

Fibre to the Home (FTTH) Technician-Contractor

IC Wiring LLC
Lenexa, KS
07.2015 - 12.2017
  • Install, test and troubleshoot SM fibre optic cables in a FTTH network
  • Perform fibre test: OTDR, Power meter/Laser source, scopes
  • Fibre installation Pulling/Terminating fibre cabling
  • Using fibre optic cabling colour codes and other techniques
  • Resolve repair and install fibre optic systems ensuring that they work properly
  • Replace faulty and/or old fibre optic cables and organise schedules
  • Maintenance routines
  • Work with clients company for Google fibre, Comcast, Verizon and Fast wiring
  • Using splicing machine to splice fiber optic cable to provide a working TV,phones,internet.

Education

Pope John Senior High

Associate of Arts - Music

University of Ghana

Skills

  • Ability to work independently and also collaborating closely with application developers, engineers and others Superior communication, written, and organizational skills –ability to effectively document
  • Working knowledge of FISMA, NIST 800-18, 115, 137, 128, 30, 34, 37, 63, 200, 53Ar4, 60 vol 1&2, NIST 37 RMF, FIPS 199, FIPS 200, and FISMA guidelines to comply with Federal and private agencies
  • Expertise in National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication (NIST SP) documentation: Performed assessments, POA&M Remediation, and document creation using NIST SP800-53 Rev3 and NIST SP 800-53 Rev4
  • Experience managing and maintaining System Security Plans (SSPs) from inception through decommissioning following the Risk Management Framework process
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
  • Experience performing day-to-day ISSO responsibilities within AWS cloud environment
  • Experience maintaining SSP's, POA&M and SAR, within CSAM
  • Experience developing System Security Plan, Security Assessment Report, Contingency plan, Privacy Threshold Analysis, Privacy Impact Analysis, Security Assessment Plan Experience with NIST/FISMA Audits
  • Account Management, Patch management, SDLC process
  • Communication: Effective in stakeholder interaction
  • Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving abilities in technical environments
  • Attention to Detail: Focus on accuracy and quality
  • Teamwork: Proven ability to work collaboratively
  • Permit Issuing
  • Electronic Information Systems
  • Technical Troubleshooting

Certification

  • Security +
  • SkillUP intro to Cyber Security
  • Qualys PCI Compliance-Foundation
  • CISSP InProgress

Tel

785-492-0022

References

Available upon request.

Work Availability

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Timeline

IT CyberSecurity Intern

Cyloc Solutions
02.2021 - 11.2021

Process Operator/IT Operation

Cargill Inc
07.2020 - Current

Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Boot Camp at Careerist INTERN
02.2020 - 07.2020

Field Technician

Spectrum
01.2018 - 05.2019

Fibre to the Home (FTTH) Technician-Contractor

IC Wiring LLC
07.2015 - 12.2017

Pope John Senior High

Associate of Arts - Music

University of Ghana

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