Python - Beginner Level
Sheriff Kargbo
Information Security Analyst
Laurel,MD
Summary
Driven student leveraging studies in Computer Networks and Cyber Security seeks real-world experience as an Information Security Analyst. Offers strong interpersonal and task prioritization skills, with a keen eye for details.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Case Manager
Project ReDirect Inc
Washington, DC
12.2018 - Current
- Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with Clients and Service Providers.
- Identified Program needs of individuals and designed goal oriented activities based on their needs and interests.
- Supervised and mentored Direct Support Professionals to ensure efficient implementation Individual Program Plans of each client.
- Participated in professional growth programs to support clients with interest in seeking paid employment.
- Collected and analyzed program data to generate statistic reporting on their progress toward set goals.
- Collaborated with external agencies to meet program goals and care needs of students.
Case Manager
Progressive Habilitative Services Inc
Washington, DC
05.2016 - 12.2018
- Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with Clients and Service Providers.
- Identified Program needs of individuals and designed goal oriented activities based on their needs and interests.
- Supervised and mentored Direct Support Professionals to ensure efficient implementation Individual Program Plans of each client.
- Participated in professional growth programs to support clients with interest in seeking paid employment.
- Collected and analyzed program data to generate statistic reporting on their progress toward set goals.
- Collaborated with external agencies to meet program goals and care needs of students.
Procurement Officer
Child Fund International
Freetown
05.2015 - 01.2016
- Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations.
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
- Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
- Maintained current understanding of pricing structures, market conditions and trends in industry.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
Property and Casualty Insurance Agent
Brown Insurance Group
Silver Spring, MD
04.2013 - 09.2014
- Sought out new clients and developed client relationships through networking, direct referrals, lead databases and cold calling.
- Customized existing insurance programs to suit individual client needs by analyzing specific requirements.
- Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
- Conducted research on insurance packages and investment options to generate client recommendations.
- Explained advantages, features and disadvantages of various policies to promote sale of plans, boosting overall sales.
- Reviewed policy applications for errors and liaised with underwriters to facilitate quick completion of application process.
- Sold auto, home, commercial and other various insurance products to individuals and affinity groups within assigned territory using consultative selling techniques.
- Handled approximately 100 outbound and inbound sales-related calls per week to qualify individuals interested in purchasing insurance coverage.
- Quoted and calculated premium rates for policies, using rate book, EZ Links software and calculator.
- Collected premiums on or before effective date of coverage.
- Identified and solicited sales prospects in agency databases.
- Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
Grade Control Geologist
African Minerals Ltd
Freetown
05.2012 - 04.2013
- Collected, reviewed and interpreted real-time and long-term geological data gleaned from various locations for use in generating grade control maps.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Proficiently leveraged Datamine Studio 3 to maximize ore production and ore quality.
- Maintained optimal safety practices on every job site by implementing company safety guidelines.
- Used geological knowledge and expertise in mining to characterize iron ore into various grades.
- Supervised work of sampling Technicians to keep on task for timely completion pit sampling.
- Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Networks And Cybersecurity
University of Maryland - University College
Hyattsville, MD 05.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
Fourah Bay College University of Sierra Leone
Freetown 10.2003 - 07.2007
Skills
Developing security plans
Critical thinking skills
Planning and Coordination
Customer Service
Interpersonal Communication
Deductive reasoning skills
Wireshark software
Network Troubleshooting
Security Posture Assessment
Recommending and implementing appropriate security solutions
Monitoring and securing hybrid environments
Identifying, analyzing, and responding to security Incidents
Microsoft Office Suite Software Proficiency
PC Troubleshooting
Problem Solving
Certification
CompTIA Security+
Software
Nessus Essentials - Beginner Level
Wireshark-Beginner Level
Nmap-Beginner Level
Timeline
CompTIA Security+
01-2022
CSIS- CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist
01-2022
CompTIA Network+
07-2021
CIOS -CompTIA IT Operations Specialist
07-2021
CompTIA A+
06-2021
Bachelor of Science - Computer Networks And Cybersecurity
University of Maryland - University College
05.2021 - Current
Case Manager
Project ReDirect Inc
12.2018 - Current
Case Manager
Progressive Habilitative Services Inc
05.2016 - 12.2018
Procurement Officer
Child Fund International
05.2015 - 01.2016
Property and Casualty Insurance Agent
Brown Insurance Group
04.2013 - 09.2014
Grade Control Geologist
African Minerals Ltd
05.2012 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
Fourah Bay College University of Sierra Leone
10.2003 - 07.2007