Sam Agwam
Cybersecurity Analyst
Rosemount,MN
Summary
Dedicated and motivated cybersecurity professional seeking to leverage expertise in SOC Analyst and Incident Response Analyst roles to enhance an organization's security posture. Ability to detect and mitigate security threats while ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical assets.
Obtain CompTIA Security+ and CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Certifications and Certified Security Analytics Professional (CSAP)
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Incident Response Analyst Internship
Afrikana Institute Of Technology - AIT
01.2023 - Current
- Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.
- Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, promotions and teases.
- Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.
- Identified and resolved problems through root cause analysis and research.
- Led incident response efforts, coordinating with stakeholders and senior management during critical security incidents.
- Performed live incident analysis, including malware analysis, memory analysis, and network forensics, to identify root cause of security breaches.
- Developed and implemented incident response plans, ensuring swift and effective response to cyber threats and minimizing impact on business operations.
- Conducted post-incident analysis and prepared comprehensive reports for management, outlining lessons learned and recommendations for security improvements.
- Collaborated with external incident response teams and law enforcement agencies during complex cyber incidents.
- Actively participated in tabletop exercises and red teaming activities to evaluate organization's ability to respond to sophisticated attacks.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance
Security Operations Center Analyst Trainee
Kingsland University
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Monitored and analyzed security events using SIEM tools to detect and respond to potential security incidents.
- Analyzed existing systems databases,
- Conducted in-depth investigations of security alerts and escalated incidents, ensuring timely resolution and mitigation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement security measures and enhance overall security posture.
- Troubleshot incidents reported by end-users to schedule system changes and identify permanent solutions.
- Collaborated with upper management to drive strategy and implement new processes.
- Developed and maintained documentation related to incident handling procedures and standard operating protocols.
- Assisted in configuration and fine-tuning of security systems, ensuring accurate threat detection and minimizing false positives.
- Participated in regular security drills and simulated attacks to assess organization's incident response readiness.
- Utilized tools such as Kali Linux, Wireshark, Splunk, Snort and Python/Bash Scripting to parse log files
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Homes And Service
03.2019 - 08.2022
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Managed over 10 customer calls per day
Education
Associate of Science - Cyber Security
Kingsland University
Atlanta G04.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Project Management
International Academy of Management
Abuja Nigeria05.2009
Skills
Certification
- Certified
CompTIA Security+ , - Certified CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) ,
- Certified
Certified Security Analytics Professional (CSAP) ,
Timeline
Incident Response Analyst Internship
Afrikana Institute Of Technology - AIT
01.2023 - Current
Security Operations Center Analyst Trainee
Kingsland University
04.2022 - 11.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Homes And Service
03.2019 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Cyber Security
Kingsland University
Associate of Applied Science - Project Management
International Academy of Management
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