Adedeji Aderemi
Summary
Information security professional known for maintaining high standards and achieving impactful results. Extensive experience in designing and enforcing security measures to protect organizational data. Highly collaborative team player known for adapting to dynamic environments and delivering reliable solutions. Skilled in threat analysis, risk management, and regulatory compliance, valued for integrity and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Information Security Analyst
First Options Global Synergy Inc
10.2024 - Current
- Promptly addressed tickets, reducing downtime of hardware, software, and network devices by 30%.
- Ensured network stability and information security by implementing Sophos firewall, adhering to ISO 270001, 270002.
- Independently prepare and analyze vendor risk reporting and program exception for senior management in order to monitor the level of residual risk to the organization.
- Establish performance metrics and KPIs for vendors, understanding of vendor management concepts including vendor performance monitoring.
- Designed a comprehensive IT architecture plan using Microsoft Visio and AutoCAD.
- Managed access privileges and implemented group policies using Windows Active Directory.
- Leveraged cloud services like Azure and Microsoft 365 applications to optimize digital workflows and ensure data security and privacy compliance.
- Implemented and monitored endpoint security on workstations and servers using Kaspersky security solutions.
- Conducted frequent security audits and vulnerability and risk assessments using NIST 800-31 Rev 1 Standard
- Worked closely with project teams to integrate change management activities into their project plan.
- Stay current with best practices in change management and incorporate these into the organization's change management process.
Cybersecurity Virtual Experience Program
MasterCard
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Completed a job simulation as an SOC Analyst on MasterCard's Security Awareness Team.
- Identified and reported security threats, particularly phishing attacks.
- Analyzed business areas requiring enhanced security training and developed training courses and procedures.
Cybersecurity Virtual Experience Program on Forage
AIG Shields
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Conducted a cybersecurity threat analysis simulation for the Cyber Defense Unit, staying informed through CISA publications.
- Researched and comprehended reported vulnerabilities, showcasing analytical skills.
- Drafted clear and concise emails guiding teams on vulnerability remediation.
- Utilized Python skills to script ethical hacking, preventing ransom payments through brute force decryption keys.
Cybersecurity Intern
The CompDoc
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Evaluated new cybersecurity tools and technologies, ensuring that the organization remained up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Analyzed system logs for suspicious activity, identifying potential threats before they caused damage.
- Maintained detailed documentation of cybersecurity incidents and remediation efforts for future reference and analysis purposes.
- Collaborated with IT team to identify potential security risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Participated in penetration testing exercises to assess the effectiveness of current security measures and recommend improvements.
- Participated in tabletop exercises designed to simulate real-world cyber-attack scenarios, enhancing preparedness levels among team members.
- Enhanced network security by conducting vulnerability assessments and implementing recommended patches.
- Continuously monitored emerging cyber threats and trends in order to proactively update defenses against potential attacks.
Data Analyst
Vedal Healthcare Service Inc
02.2020 - 08.2023
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
- Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
- Improved decision-making processes with accurate data analysis and visualization techniques.
- Managed large-scale databases to ensure timely access to critical information for key stakeholders.
- Integrated multiple sources of disparate data into cohesive datasets using ETL processes, improving overall analytic capabilities.
Education
Associate of Science - CyberSecurity Specialist
Herzing College
Toronto09-2024
Associate of Arts - A+ Certificate
Bussiness & Technical Training College
Toronto, ONAssociate of Science - Network + Certificate
Business & Technical Training College
Toronto, ONSkills
- Cyber Security Fundamentals
- Web Application Security
- Cyber Security Controls and Security Operations
- Network and Perimeter Security
- Cyber System Restoration and Disaster Recovery
- Unix Security
- Windows Security
- Ethical Hacking
- Cloud Security
- Computer Hacking and Forensic Investigation
- Microsoft Office 365
- Vulnerability Assessment
- IT Risk Assessment
- Hardware/ software troubleshooting
- Windows/ Linux OS
- Endpoint Security
- Network troubleshooting
- IT Architecture Design
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Technical Reporting
- Patch management
- TCP/IP
- Incident Handling
- Cryptography
- Hashing
- MITRE Attack Framework
- Threat modeling
- Security Auditing
- ISO 270001, 270002
- NIST 800-31
- Rev 1 IAM
- Digital Forensics Incident Response
- Sophos VPN Configuration
- PEP 8 Style Guide
- Stakeholder Communication
Tools/ Software:
Linux | SQL | Nessus | Nmap | SharePoint | Kaspersky EDR | Network Miner | Wireshark | Tcpdump | Metasploit | Sophos Firewall | Windows Active Directory | Visio | AutoCAD | Microsoft Azure | MITRE Attack | Maltego | Harvester | Security Onion | Autopsy | GNU Privacy Guard | OpenSSL | Kali Linux | Putty | GitHub | Windows Defender
Certification
- Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate: Learned about various tools and gained skills and knowledge in SQL, SIEM, IDS, Bash, Wireshark, Tcpdump, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Risk Management, Python, Linux and many more
- Volunteer: Herzing College Toronto: Ransomware Struggle: Embracing Open Source DFIR tools Seminar.
- Udemy Learning: Learned about CompTIA security + Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel
- Herzing College Toronto Information Security (InfoSec) Seminar: Cybersecurity & Lessons From Commercialization Let's Make Fun of Cyber Security The AI-Cyber Security Nexus – Risk Factor & Enabler Empowering Cybersecurity Futures
SELF-STUDY PROJECTS
- Analyzed and filtered malicious emails from a spear phishing attack.
- Conducted vulnerability assessments on home lab virtual machines using nmap and Nessus
- Performed penetration testing on virtual machines using nmap and exploiting the vulnerabilities using Metasploit framework
- Conducted threat modeling using the PASTA framework.
- Analyzed p.cap files using Wireshark, applying filters to inspect packets.
Timeline
Information Security Analyst
First Options Global Synergy Inc
10.2024 - Current
Cybersecurity Intern
The CompDoc
08.2024 - 09.2024
Cybersecurity Virtual Experience Program
MasterCard
01.2024 - 01.2024
Cybersecurity Virtual Experience Program on Forage
AIG Shields
01.2024 - 01.2024
Data Analyst
Vedal Healthcare Service Inc
02.2020 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - CyberSecurity Specialist
Herzing College
Associate of Arts - A+ Certificate
Bussiness & Technical Training College
Associate of Science - Network + Certificate
Business & Technical Training College
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