Diligent Cybersecurity analyst with background in cybersecurity internships. Contributed to securing network infrastructures through vulnerability assessments and incident response initiatives. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking in high-stakes environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Intern
CHOYCES LLC
04.2024 - 07.2024
Provided comprehensive technical support for hardware and software issues, managed operating systems, and maintained the company network to address usability concerns
Utilized security tools such as firewalls, antivirus software, and SIEM systems to enhance overall cybersecurity postures
Supported incident response activities, including the analysis and mitigation of security breaches
Cyber Security Analyst (Contract)
Information Network Security Administration
01.2020 - 12.2023
Performed Automation Scanning, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessment, and Analysis of the Agency's system
Conducted network scans with Nmap and Nessus, identifying 30 vulnerabilities and applying targeted security patches, strengthening network defenses
Spearheaded the development and execution of comprehensive training programs for all employees on the new SIEM system, resulting in a 50% increase in incident reporting accuracy and a 30% decrease in FPs
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and rectify vulnerabilities within the existing security framework, leading to a 25% reduction in cybersecurity incidents reported by external parties
IT Support Specialist
Zablon Training PLC
07.2016 - 07.2018
Responded to over 230 user inquiries and provided technical assistance via phone, email, or in person
Troubleshooted software application installations to ensure compatibility with existing systems, resulting in a 95% success rate and a decrease in downtime
Education
M.S. - Cyber Security
New Jersey City University
05.2026
B.S. - Business Management and Cyber security
New Jersey City University
05.2024
B. S. - Computer Science
Seton Hall University
01.2019
Skills
Nmap
Nessus
IntelliJ IDE
SQL
NetBeans
Android Studio
MS VS Code
Python
C
HTML5
CSS
Nodejs
Phishing awareness
Network security
Vulnerability assessment
Network protocols
Application security
Penetration testing
Projects
Artificial Intelligence Integrated Cybersecurity, Implemented an AI-powered cybersecurity system for automated vulnerability assessment, real-time threat detection, and comprehensive reporting using Python, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and OpenCV. File Manager and Explorer Android App, Developed an Android application using Java programming language, and HTML/CSS for the user interface in the Android Studio to efficiently organize files and folders on Android phones. Covid-19 Chatbot, Developed a chatbot application using Python, leveraging libraries such as Chatterbot Corpus and NLTK. Movie Explorer App, Developed movie exploring web-app using mainly Flask web-server, React, Python, HTML, and PostgreSQL.
Certificationsandleadership
Google Data Analytics, 04/21/24, Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate by Google on Coursera.
Cyber Security Defense Certification, 01/18/24, Completed an approved curriculum of study from NJCU endorsed by the National Security Agency and DHS.
Certificate of Outstanding Achievement (INSA), Received an award in recognition of exceptional contributions, presented by the Prime Minister of Ethiopia.
Vice President, Seton Hall University Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Program, Managed and coordinated youth and community programs, including event planning, environmental projects, outdoor education, and sporting activities.