Thamara Calixte
Margate,FL
Summary
Results-driven professional with a diverse background in visual merchandising, sales, and marketing seeking a position as a Cyber Security Specialist. Enthusiastic about applying adaptable skills and gaining firsthand experience in cloud security platforms, risk mitigation, and technology vulnerability assessment. Committed to contributing to organizational goals, deepening understanding of cyber security practices, and evolving as a valuable team member.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Visual Merchandiser
Cosabella
01.2015 - 12.2021
- Utilized Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) extensively for data analysis and reporting, improving accuracy and efficiency in various projects
- Supported users with Windows 10 OS in an enterprise environment, addressing technical issues and ensuring optimal system performance
- Leveraged problem-solving skills to create visually appealing retail displays, resulting in a 20% increase in brand exposure and a 15% increase in revenue
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement a new training program, resulting in a 25% increase in employee retention rates
- Led a team to enhance cybersecurity protocols, increasing overall productivity by 30% through effective communication and strategic collaboration
- Streamlined data management processes, reducing data entry time by 50% and improving accuracy by 20% within three months
- Leveraged data analytics tools to identify and resolve security vulnerabilities, resulting in a 25% decrease in system-related customer
- Streamlined merchandise presentation processes, reducing time spent on store resets while maintaining high-quality results.
- Trained and mentored new visual merchandisers, resulting in improved performance and consistency across the region.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during store remodels or new store openings, ensuring seamless integration of visual merchandising elements into overall design plans.
- Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
- Developed visual merchandising plans and strategies to promote store offerings.
General Contractor / Michael Kors, Merchandiser
Bloomingdale's
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Collaborated on cybersecurity measures, focusing on data protection and loss prevention, enhancing system security by 20%
- Successfully implemented Agile methodologies, reducing cybersecurity project completion time by 15% and improving team efficiency
- Proactively resolved complex cybersecurity issues, decreasing project completion time by 30% and enhancing overall system security
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring timely completion without sacrificing quality or exceeding budgets.
- Maintained optimal cost controls by making affordable supplier purchases and negotiating lower prices.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
Fulfillment Assistant Manager
Institutional Investor
01.2006 - 12.2010
- Streamlined communication between departments by implementing a new communication platform, reducing errors by 25% within three months
- Developed and implemented cutting-edge cybersecurity strategies based on industry trends, increasing system resilience by 25%
- Optimized IT project delivery schedules, ensuring timely completion of cybersecurity initiatives and adherence to federal standards
- Delivered technical support to over 200 internal clients daily at Institutional Investor, resolving complex issues related to hardware, software, and network connectivity
- Developed strong communication skills while troubleshooting problems and guiding users through solutions via telephone, email, and chat
- Managed user accounts and performed password resets using Microsoft Active Directory, ensuring secure and efficient user access
Education
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking
Broward College
Davie, FL05.2024
Associate in Arts Degree -
Broward College
Davie, FL05.2015
Skills
Basic knowledge of local and wide area networks, protocols, and network troubleshooting
- Basic understanding of Azure cloud technologies, Active Directory administration, and system/database administration
- Identity and Access Management
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Incident Response Management
- Data Loss Prevention
- Access Control
- Incident Response
- Application security
- Network Security
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Mobile Device Security
- Wireless Network Security
- Encryption Technologies
- Network Security Monitoring
- Advanced Threat Analysis
- Task Prioritization
- Secure Coding Practices
- Network Security Monitoring
Certification
- CompTIA Security+, In Progress, September 2024
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Expected Completion, October 2024
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Expected Completion, October 2024
Coursework
- Project Management
- Information Systems Management
- Web Systems and Technologies
- Security+
- Cloud+
- Cissp
- Ethical Hacking I & II
- Cisco CCNA 1, 2, & 3
Timeline
Regional Visual Merchandiser
Cosabella
01.2015 - 12.2021
General Contractor / Michael Kors, Merchandiser
Bloomingdale's
01.2012 - 12.2015
Fulfillment Assistant Manager
Institutional Investor
01.2006 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking
Broward College
Associate in Arts Degree -
Broward College
- CompTIA Security+, In Progress, September 2024
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Expected Completion, October 2024
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Expected Completion, October 2024
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