Solomon Awuku
Locust Grove,GA
Summary
Dynamic Information Security Analyst with a proven track record at Fluent Digital Partners, enhancing security protocols and mitigating incidents. Proficient in Splunk and NIST standards, I excel in vulnerability assessments and incident response. Adept at fostering collaboration and communication, I drive results in high-stakes environments while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Small Arms/Artillery Repairer (91F)
United States Army
Fort Moore, GA
10.2024 - Current
- Maintain and repair military weapon systems, applying cybersecurity best practices in diagnostics.
- Cleaned weapon parts to remove dirt and debris before making any repairs.
- Conducted safety inspections to identify potential hazards before repairs were made.
- Established preventive maintenance plans to reduce breakdowns of equipment over time.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of spare parts used in repair jobs.
- Diagnosed issues with malfunctioning systems and components using specialized testing equipment.
- Tested and repaired items for proper operation before returning them to customers.
Cybersecurity Mentor/Tutor
IBT Learning
Remote, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Guide students in cybersecurity principles, resume preparation, and labs on threat detection and analysis.
- Provided advice to mentees on career paths, job opportunities, and educational options.
- Established meaningful connections between mentors and mentees through networking activities.
- Mentored individuals on professional development topics such as communication skills, problem-solving, and goal setting.
- Assisted with planning for programs that provide personal, educational, and social development.
Information Security Analyst
Perfect Touch LLC
Conyers, GA
05.2022 - Current
- Mitigated 10+ security incidents/month and improved response time by 25%.
- Created secure website protocols, reducing unauthorized access by 40%.
Technologist – Computer Information Security Analyst (Intern)
Technologist Computer
Remote, MN
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Reduced system vulnerabilities by 15% and contributed to security policy development.
- Performed root cause analysis on reported bugs or errors within the system.
- Evaluated new technology options to optimize the existing system's architecture design.
- Provided training sessions for users on how to use new software applications effectively.
- Installed operating systems on physical and virtual machines for testing purposes.
- Researched and delivered market-specific intelligence and feedback on products to stakeholders.
Information Security Analyst
Fluent Digital Partners
Remote, TX
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted risk assessments and threat hunts using Splunk and Nessus.
- Helped develop BCPs and SARs under NIST 800-53/37 guidelines.
- Conducted regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks, applications, and databases.
- Performed vulnerability scans on systems, networks, applications, and databases.
- Implemented access control measures to protect information assets.
- Investigated security incidents and developed incident response plans.
- Educated users about IT security policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations such as HIPAA or PCI DSS.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging cyber threats, attack vectors, and malware trends.
- Developed strategies for responding to various types of attacks, such as phishing emails, or malicious websites.
- Analyzed system logs and identified potential threats or risks.
Security Assurance Analyst
Stryker Orthopedics
Mahwah, NJ
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Reviewed SOPs, BIAs, PIAs, and maintained ISO 13485 compliance.
- Prepared audit workpapers, documents, and other evidence to support the findings of an audit.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulatory changes, and new technologies.
- Monitored regulatory developments related to assurance services activities, including GAAP and IFRS reporting requirements.
- Identified areas of potential risk within the organization's operations and processes.
- Evaluated existing internal control systems for adequacy and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems – Cybersecurity Concentration
DeVry University
Illinois City, IL06.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology and Networking
DeVry University
Illinois City, IL02-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Programming Essentials
DeVry University
Illinois City, ILSkills
- Splunk
- Nessus
- IBM Cognos
- Wireshark
- Azure
- NIST 800-53
- NIST 800-37
- NIST 800-30
- Technical documentation
- Vulnerability assessment
- Network security
- Data encryption
- System analysis
- ISO 13485
- FISMA
- GDPR
- HIPAA
- HITECH
- Python
- Windows OS
- Linux OS
- Firewalls
- Microsoft Office Suite
- IBM data analytics tools
- Incident response
Affiliations
- ISC2
- CompTIA
- IEEE
- ISACA
- Alpha Chi
- National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
Websites
Certification
- CompTIA CySA+, 04/24 – 04/27
- ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), 08/23
- CompTIA Security+, 04/23 – 04/27
- EC-Council NDE, 02/23 – 02/26
- Splunk Search Expert, 06/23
- CompTIA ITF+, 08/22 – Lifetime
- IBM: Data Visualization, Excel, and Data Analytics
Qualifications Summary
- CompTIA Security+, CySA+, and ISC2 CC certified cybersecurity professional.
- Hands-on experience in threat assessment, incident response, and NIST frameworks.
- Adept at developing and implementing security protocols and policies.
- Strong communicator and collaborative team player, with mentoring experience.
- Proficient in vulnerability scanning, SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk), endpoint protection, and regulatory compliance (NIST, GDPR, FISMA, HIPAA, HITECH).
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Small Arms/Artillery Repairer (91F)
United States Army
10.2024 - Current
Cybersecurity Mentor/Tutor
IBT Learning
03.2024 - Current
Technologist – Computer Information Security Analyst (Intern)
Technologist Computer
01.2024 - 09.2024
Information Security Analyst
Fluent Digital Partners
05.2022 - 02.2023
Information Security Analyst
Perfect Touch LLC
05.2022 - Current
Security Assurance Analyst
Stryker Orthopedics
01.2018 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems – Cybersecurity Concentration
DeVry University
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology and Networking
DeVry University
Some College (No Degree) - Programming Essentials
DeVry University
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