Ayodele Daini
Fort McMurray,AB
Summary
Cybersecurity Specialist with proficiency in online security research, planning, execution and maintenance. Skilled at training internal users on security procedures and preventive measures. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
IT Security and Compliance
Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation
06.2023 - Current
- Simplified the process of rolling out security updates to end-users by creating an easy-to-follow update schedule and corresponding documentation.
- Managed firewall configurations to maintain optimal levels of network protection while allowing for necessary business operations.
- Enhanced network security by conducting regular vulnerability assessments and implementing necessary patches.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for proposed projects or changes in technology infrastructure, highlighting potential vulnerabilities before implementation could begin.
- Established a robust patch management process that ensured timely updates to software and hardware components across the organization.
- Improved overall IT security posture by regularly reviewing and updating protocols in alignment with industry best practices and emerging trends.
- Streamlined communication channels between IT staff members during critical incidents by developing clear escalation paths based on severity level classification.
- Developed and implemented IT security policies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- Identified areas requiring improvement through detailed analysis of past incidents, preventing future occurrences through targeted remediation efforts.
IT Technician (Part Time Role)
Kyndryl
04.2023 - Current
- Maintained office PCs, networks and mobile devices.
- Set up PCs, projectors, and microphones for use in video conferencing rooms.
- Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices.
- Provided remote technical support, resolving issues quickly without requiring onsite visits whenever possible.
- Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Enhanced user experience with thorough troubleshooting and resolution of hardware and software problems.
- Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
Technology Risk and Compliance Specialist
Jita Consulting
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Implemented robust record-keeping systems that ensured accurate documentation was maintained according to regulatory requirements at all times.
- Served as a point of contact for employees seeking guidance on compliance matters, instilling confidence in the organization''s commitment to regulatory adherence.
- Assisted in the preparation of regular reports for senior management, detailing compliance activities and progress towards established goals.
- Reduced instances of non-compliance through meticulous monitoring of internal controls and periodic audits.
- Streamlined regulatory processes for improved efficiency and reduced errors, leading to better overall compliance.
- Evaluated existing policies regularly, identifying areas for improvement and recommending revisions as needed.
- Provided expert guidance to colleagues on matters related to regulatory compliance, solidifying company-wide understanding of requirements.
Cybersecurity Analyst
AvenirIT
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with IT teams to integrate security measures into the development and deployment of new applications.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Analyzed security incidents post-resolution, identifying areas for improvement in both technical controls and incident response processes.
- Reduced risk of cyber attacks by conducting regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
- Improved incident response times by developing and maintaining cybersecurity playbooks for common attack scenarios.
- Performed regular reviews of user access rights, minimizing the risk posed by insider threats or compromised accounts.
- Evaluated emerging technologies, providing recommendations on their potential benefits or risks to organizational security posture.
Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst
Energy Group
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Reduced false alarms by fine-tuning intrusion detection system configurations based on historical analysis of incidents.
- Enhanced network security by monitoring systems for potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Identified root causes of security breaches through thorough investigation and analysis of log data.
- Provided technical support during high-priority incidents, ensuring timely resolution with minimal impact on business operations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all SOC activities, facilitating knowledge sharing across the organization.
- Provided expert guidance on cybersecurity trends and emerging threats to internal stakeholders for informed decision making.
- Conducted comprehensive security assessments to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Supported compliance initiatives by conducting regular audits of security controls and providing recommendations for improvement.
- Collaborated with IT teams to implement effective security measures, safeguarding critical data and systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Herzing College
Winnipeg, MB03.2023
Bachelor of Science -
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Nigeria07.2008
Skills
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Identity and Access Management
- Threat Intelligence Analysis
- Data Loss Prevention
- Incident Response Planning
- Access Control
- Security Information and Event Management
- Security Awareness Training
Certification
- Professional Scrum Master1 (PSM)
- Comptia Security +
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Professional Project Management (in View)
Accomplishments
- Performed comprehensive investigations of security breaches and implemented appropriate solutions.
- Trained end users on proper security protocol to minimize cybersecurity attacks.
- Made recommendations to management on new security software to improve.
- Created daily database reports to identify and mediate potential vulnerabilities.
- Educated management on how to minimize risk of cybersecurity attacks.
- Implemented system recovery procedures to minimize loss of Data or information in the event of attack.
Personal Information
Title: CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
IT Security and Compliance
Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation
06.2023 - Current
IT Technician (Part Time Role)
Kyndryl
04.2023 - Current
Cybersecurity Analyst
AvenirIT
03.2022 - 04.2022
Technology Risk and Compliance Specialist
Jita Consulting
12.2021 - 02.2023
Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst
Energy Group
10.2019 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Herzing College
Bachelor of Science -
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
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