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Rita Ofori-Amanfo

Allen,TX

Summary

I am a Cybersecurity Analyst with over 8 years of experience, safeguarding systems, infrastructures, and networks from attacks including Vulnerability Management initiatives. I safeguard our digital assets through proactive risk assessment and remediation, serving as a Vulnerability Management Analyst. I possess field expertise in identifying and addressing vulnerabilities, and I have used vulnerability intelligence to respond to alerts, outages, and other critical events. I have performed comprehensive vulnerability assessments and analyzed potential security risks within complex environments to meet organizational requirements or standards by adjusting vulnerability severity levels accordingly.

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Vulnerability Management Analyst

  • Employ an analytical approach to construct and troubleshoot Infrastructure and Applications, contributing to risk reduction and highlighting risk posture organization-wide
  • Execute intricate vulnerability scans in cloud environments utilizing standard vulnerability assessment tools
  • Evaluate and scrutinize vulnerability data extracts to identify and rectify false positives
  • Generate reports using data sourced from multiple tools (e.g., dashboards) and convey findings clearly to leadership and other cybersecurity teams
  • Assess the criticality and priority of all vulnerability scans in conjunction with the existing toolset for effective prioritization
  • Scan infrastructure and network devices, operating systems, databases, and wireless components to identify vulnerabilities and misconfigurations, striving for a 95% accuracy in vulnerability detection and impact assessment
  • Configure and oversee Tenable VM to ensure optimal performance and comprehensive coverage of our IT environment
  • Stay informed about the latest features and capabilities of Tenable VM, utilizing them to improve vulnerability detection and management.

IT Risk analyst

  • An IT risk analyst identifies and assesses potential threats and vulnerabilities in an organization's information systems
  • They evaluate the likelihood and impact of potential risks, develop risk management plans, and work with stakeholders to implement controls and mitigate risks
  • Their roles include: Conducting risk assessments and analyzing data to identify potential threats
  • Developing risk management plans and policies
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to implement risk mitigation strategies
  • Monitoring and reviewing risk management processes
  • Providing training and awareness programs on risk management best practices
  • Staying updated on industry regulations and standards
  • The ultimate goal is to ensure the organization's information assets are protected and in line with industry regulations and best practices.

Education

Skills

  • Effective verbal communication skills, adept at understanding and assessing risk
  • Proficient in planning and organizing remediation projects
  • Knowledgeable about industry standards and regulations
  • Skilled in managing relationships and evaluating security practices
  • Committed to staying current on cybersecurity trends
  • Collaboration with IT, development, and security teams
  • Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
  • Team Building
  • Reliability
  • Client Relationship Management

Skill Sets

  • Set up and oversee Tenable VM to guarantee peak performance and comprehensive coverage across our IT environment.
  • Remain current with the latest features and functionalities of Tenable VM, utilizing them to improve vulnerability detection and management.
  • Analyze scan results to prioritize and categorize vulnerabilities based on severity and potential impact.
  • Proficient in utilizing Tenable io, Nessus, and OpenVAS tools for both cloud and on-premises environments.
  • Possess strong analytical skills for risk-based prioritization.
  • Committed to ongoing learning in cybersecurity, with familiarity in NIST and the ability to convey technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
  • Proficient in conducting research to identify emerging threats.
  • Configure and oversee Tenable VM to ensure optimal performance and comprehensive coverage across our IT environment.
  • Expertise in translating Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) for triage and actively participating in remediation actions with IT partners.

Personal Information

Title: Certified Cybersecurity Analyst

References

All professional references are available and will be provided on demand.

Certification

  • Security plus
  • CISA

Timeline

Vulnerability Management Analyst

IT Risk analyst

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