Yonathan Alemseged
Fort Washington,MD
Summary
Certified PMP with a strong foundation in project leadership and governance, bringing proven success in managing high-impact cybersecurity initiatives from inception through completion. Strategic and results-oriented cybersecurity leader with over 15 years of progressive leadership, training administration, and analyst experience across federal and enterprise environments. Recognized for developing impactful outreach strategies, managing cyber risk communication, and modernizing cybersecurity training programs for diverse audiences. Knowledge of digital forensics, Linux systems, stakeholder engagement, and information assurance protocols. Skilled in aligning technical and policy initiatives with risk-based decision-making, and organizational goals. Well-versed in the CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability), and experienced in bridging technical content for leadership, ensuring compliance, and security awareness at scale.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cyber Awareness & Training Analyst (TDI)
U.S. House of Representatives – Office of Cybersecurity
Washington, DC
03.2022 - Current
- Lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity outreach efforts, redesigning Cyber Fair and awareness programs to include top industry partners and maximize participation across Member offices.
- Create and manage cybersecurity training, including annual awareness programs, phishing simulations, role-based courses, and 508-compliant online modules.
- Created and executed phishing simulations using KnowBe4 and partnered with the SERG and Microsoft Defender teams to improve simulation accuracy and reduce false positives caused by unfiltered gateway setups.
- Collaborate with the CAO communications team to improve outreach impact through SOP-guided onboarding, strategic messaging, and consistent visual branding.
- Spearheaded development of the House's system administrator training, incorporating stakeholder data and SME input to deliver the most effective training to date.
- Modernized reporting processes, reduced false reporting, and provided actionable metrics to leadership for training compliance and user engagement strategy.
- Co-led policy analysis and revision efforts for HISPOLs and HIPUBs by coordinating input across technical SMEs and business units.
- Supported Member transition activities for the 118th and 119th Congress, including RSA token distribution, account access validation, and both virtual and in-person cybersecurity briefings.
Senior Management Analyst
The Ambit Group: Department of Veteran Affairs
Washington, DC
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Led SharePoint modernization and SOP development for OI&T, improving system visibility, information architecture, and access control.
- Conducted performance and risk analysis for VA Boards and Committees, creating metrics dashboards to evaluate resource utilization and productivity.
- Administered data quality reviews using Power Automate and Excel pivot tools to validate results and support strategic decision-making.
- Designed and delivered training solutions to minimize user error and improve understanding of Microsoft platforms across departments.
- Developed business process improvements, formulated solution strategies, and implemented governance-driven recommendations for content and structure.
- Contractor – U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Operation Service Manager
Delta Air Lines
Washington, USA
06.2006 - 07.2021
- Managed day-to-day operations and training for over 150 employees and contractors, while ensuring adherence to industry compliance standards.
- Led the development and delivery of onboarding, risk management, and compliance training tailored to internal and regulatory needs.
- Created and implemented SOPs, data validation tools, and metrics dashboards to evaluate employee performance, streamline operations, and ensure data accuracy.
- Developed and executed solutions to address recurring challenges through process redesign and coordination with cross-functional teams.
- Administered operational policies, recommended procedural improvements, and ensured frontline staff adhered to risk mitigation and customer experience protocols.
Information Security Intern
DeVry Education Group
Arlington, USA
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Conducted system audits and forensic investigations in support of internal security reviews.
- Identified cybersecurity risks, recommended countermeasures, and helped coordinate case documentation for follow-up action.
Education
Master of Science - Digital Forensics, Cyber Investigation, and Cybersecurity Management and Policy
University of Maryland Global Campus
Maryland, MD09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems Cybersecurity
DeVry University
Villa Park, IL01.2018
Associate of Arts - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ01.2015
Skills
- Leadership & Strategic Planning
- Cybersecurity Outreach & Engagement Strategy
- Cyber Governance
- Policy Development
- Risk Documentation
- Training Administration
- Awareness Program Design
- Digital Forensics
- Evidence Collection
- Communications Development
- SharePoint Administration
- Workflow Optimization
- Federal Compliance
- NIST
- RMF
- CIA Principle Enforcement
- Compliance & Risk Tools
- RSA Archer
- NVD, CVE referencing, NIST CSF/RMF
- Splunk, Tenable Nessus
- Scripting/Linux
- Forensics & Investigation
- Autopsy
- FTK Imager
- Cellebrite
- Productivity & Automation
- Microsoft Office 365 Suite
- SharePoint
- Microsoft Planner
- Power Automate
- Communications & Reporting
- Excel
- SOPs
- Leadership briefings
- Newsletters
- Cybersecurity training
- Phishing simulations
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Team collaboration
Certification
- PMP – Project Management Professional (PMI)
- AWS Solutions Architect
- CCSK – Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge
- Proofpoint Certified Security Awareness Specialist
- Cyber Performance Management (CPM) – CnSight
- SharePoint Administrator (2019)
- Cybersecurity for Industrial Systems – DHS ICS-CERT
Personal Information
Title: Security Outreach Specialist | Cyber Risk Communicator
Project Highlights
- Cyber Fair & Awareness Month Revamp – Reimagined House Cyber Fair and awareness programs by bringing in external experts, creating new engagement formats, and delivering high-visibility outreach.
- Role-Based Training Framework – Created a highly effective training track for system administrators by collecting stakeholder input, curating tailored content, and implementing 508 compliance for accessibility.
- Phishing Simulation Enhancement – Designed phishing simulations, resolved reporting issues through coordination with technical teams, and improved simulation fidelity by mitigating false positives.
- Transition Support for 118/119th Congress – Delivered large-scale onboarding assistance including account access, virtual/in-person briefings, and RSA credential issuance to newly elected Members and staff.
Tools And Technical Skills
- Compliance & Risk Tools: RSA Archer (junior proficiency), NVD (National Vulnerability Database), CVE referencing, NIST CSF/RMF
- Vulnerability & Monitoring Tools: Splunk (junior proficiency), Tenable Nessus (basic familiarity)
- Operating Systems & Scripting: Linux (CLI, Bash, Grep – junior proficiency), Windows
- Forensics & Investigation: Autopsy, FTK Imager, Cellebrite
- Productivity & Automation: Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), SharePoint, Microsoft Planner, Power Automate
- Communications & Reporting: Excel (PivotTables/Charts), GovDelivery, SOPs, Briefings, Newsletters, Email Campaigns
Accomplishments
- 3 time award winner in the Delta Air Lines prestigious award - Chairman Club
- 3 Best employee of the year
- Congressional transition Award - HIR- IO
- 2 Certificate of Appreciation - HIR - IO
- Certificate of Appreciation - Delta Air Lines
- The GEM Award - Innovative Management Concepts (IMC) Inc.
Languages
Amharic
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Cyber Awareness & Training Analyst (TDI)
U.S. House of Representatives – Office of Cybersecurity
03.2022 - Current
Senior Management Analyst
The Ambit Group: Department of Veteran Affairs
09.2019 - 09.2021
Information Security Intern
DeVry Education Group
01.2018 - 10.2018
Operation Service Manager
Delta Air Lines
06.2006 - 07.2021
Master of Science - Digital Forensics, Cyber Investigation, and Cybersecurity Management and Policy
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems Cybersecurity
DeVry University
Associate of Arts - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
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