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SUNDAY GODWIN

Summary

Cybersecurity Professional with Extensive Experience in Threat Mitigation and Cloud Security. Experienced Cybersecurity professional with a strong background in Threat detection and response, cloud security, and incident response. Skilled in threat analysis, compliance, risk management and gap analysis. Proficient in Kusto Query Language (KQL) and Azure security tools. Adept at streamlining incident triage and maintaining compliance. Exceptional leadership skills and a passion for innovative solutions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HHA

BAYADA
10.2022 - Current

As a dedicated Home Health Aide, I consistently upheld confidentiality, safety, and protocol-driven decision-making while providing care to clients in sensitive environments. My role demanded vigilance, adherence to regulatory standards (such as HIPAA), and real-time problem-solving—skills that directly align with cybersecurity principles focused on data protection, compliance, and secure access control.

Transferable Skills Applied to Cybersecurity:

  • Confidentiality & Data Protection: Maintained strict client confidentiality and followed HIPAA guidelines, demonstrating commitment to protecting sensitive information—a foundational element of cybersecurity governance.
  • Compliance Awareness: Navigated healthcare regulations, preparing me to work within frameworks like GDPR, ISO, and other cybersecurity compliance standards.
  • Critical Thinking & Incident Response: Handled unexpected health-related incidents calmly and efficiently, developing resilience and a methodical approach to risk—essential for detecting and responding to cybersecurity threats.
  • Client Support & User Training: Communicated complex care protocols clearly and compassionately to patients and families, showcasing my ability to translate technical procedures for non-technical audiences—a valuable skill in IT support and user education.

Information Security Analyst

Nextbyteweb LLC
11.2021 - Current
  • Mitigate Threats: Utilize Azure Sentinel to identify and address security threats in customer environments.
  • Security Controls: Implemented required security controls; safeguards and countermeasures to secure and protect Nextbyteweb LLC IT Infrastructure.
  • Incident Triage: Conducted various incident triage, determined scope, risk, urgency and threat mitigation actions.
  • Collaborated with IT teams to implement network security measures and protocols.
  • Monitored security alerts and responded promptly to potential threats or breaches.
  • Analyzed security incidents to identify vulnerabilities and propose remediation strategies.
  • Developed and maintained documentation for security policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular security assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Configure SOAR: Set up security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) processes using Azure Sentinel capability.
  • Write KQL Queries: Craft Kusto Query Language (KQL) statements to query log data for detections, analysis, and reporting within Microsoft Sentinel.
  • Investigate Alerts: Analyze alerts generated by Microsoft Sentinel and other security solutions to determine if incidents have occurred, escalating as needed.
  • Design and Implement Sentinel: Participate in the design and implementation of Microsoft Sentinel for real-time security monitoring and threat detection.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Work with cross-functional teams to integrate Microsoft Sentinel with other security tools, enhancing data enrichment and analysis.
  • Incident Analysis and Recommendations: Analyze security incidents and provide actionable recommendations to improve the organization's security posture.
  • Monitor Alerts: Monitor security alerts from various tools, including SIEM, IDS/IDP, and EDR solutions.
  • Incident Response Collaboration: Collaborate with incident response teams to effectively contain and mitigate security breaches.
  • Remote

Education

Bachelor of Science - IT Management (BSITM)

Federal University of Technology Owerri – FUTO
Owerri, Imo State Nigeria
01.2015

Skills

  • Analysed security event data using SIEM tools
  • Demonstrated a strong understanding of cybersecurity governance and best practices
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulations and policies
  • Identified and analysed threat actors and their attack methods
  • Expertly triaged, contained, and resolved security incidents
  • Worked closely with CSIRT teams during incident response planning
  • Mitigated threats using Microsoft 365 Defender, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and Sentinel
  • Applied knowledge of national and international regulatory frameworks (HIPPA, NIST, PCI, ISO)
  • Utilized Kusto Query Language (KQL) for log data analysis in Microsoft Sentinel
  • Implemented cloud security controls in Azure environments
  • Identified residual risks through proactive security monitoring
  • Leveraged PowerShell and CLI scripting for Azure resource queries
  • Diagnosed security threats through logs and packet analysis
  • Streamlined incident prioritization and risk mitigation
  • Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills

Certification

  • Certified Information Security Manager, (CISM), 2025 Ongoing
  • Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate, ongoing 2025
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, 2024

Timeline

HHA

BAYADA
10.2022 - Current

Information Security Analyst

Nextbyteweb LLC
11.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science - IT Management (BSITM)

Federal University of Technology Owerri – FUTO
SUNDAY GODWIN