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Saad Ali Syed

Springfield,IL

Summary

Highly motivated and results-oriented IT systems analyst seeking entry-level Cybersecurity position. Proficient in Python, SQL, SIEM tools and data analysis. Team player with proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

International Student Ambassador

University of Illinois at Springfield
Springfield, IL
12.2022 - Current
  • Assisted new students in navigating the campus by providing comprehensive directional information and actively participating in orientation.
  • Reviewed and provided constructive feedback for updates to online communications, ensuring they accurately represented the academic institution's brand and mission.
  • Engaged prospective students by delivering informative workshops and presentations, drawing from personal experiences and knowledge of the institution's management information systems program.

Business Development Officer

SMY Services
Birmingham, West Midlands
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Managed event logistics, including venue scheduling and accommodation coordination, utilizing analysis of data to optimize event execution.
  • Developed comprehensive communication plans for key strategic initiatives, both internally and externally, leveraging data analytics to maximize outreach and engagement.
  • Stayed up-to-date on the latest event trends and organizational culture, utilizing data analytics to optimize the event experience cycle for attendees.
  • Assisted with the training and supervision of staff, leveraging on analyzing of data to drive successful event management and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Coordinated with security, printing, and supply vendors to meet the unique data requirements of each event while ensuring a seamless event experience for attendees.

Business Development Officer

Green Tech-PAKISTAN
Karachi, Sindh
12.2018 - 08.2019
  • Utilized Microsoft Office to design and deliver progress reports, proposals, required documentation, and presentations that provided insights and recommendations based on business analytics.
  • Developed and executed targeted marketing campaigns, seminars, direct mail, and email campaigns that leveraged insights from data analytics to maximize effectiveness and ROI
  • Leveraged excellent verbal communication skills to engage with customers and stakeholders, effectively understanding their needs and requirements to drive business growth.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional corporate departments to develop and implement effective business strategies that were informed by data analytics and insights.

Education

Master of Science - Management Information Systems

University of Illinois Springfield
Springfield, IL
12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

De Montfort University
Leicester UK
09.2021

Skills

  • Information Security
  • Cloud Security
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Java
  • SIEM
  • Splunk
  • Chronicle
  • Risk Analysis
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Agile

Certification

  • Mendix
  • ARIS
  • Google Cybersecurity Professional
  • Chronicle SIEM

Timeline

International Student Ambassador

University of Illinois at Springfield
12.2022 - Current

Business Development Officer

SMY Services
09.2021 - 07.2022

Business Development Officer

Green Tech-PAKISTAN
12.2018 - 08.2019

Master of Science - Management Information Systems

University of Illinois Springfield

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

De Montfort University
Saad Ali Syed