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Iyobosa Giwa

Iyobosa Giwa

Calgary,AB

Summary

Cyber Security Professional | Cloud Security Engineer | Governance, Risk & Compliance | Security Specialist | Penetration Tester | SOC Analyst | SIEM Engineer Results-oriented Analyst skillful in managing and breaking down large volumes of information. Proactive at heading off issues in operations, workflow and production by uncovering trends affecting business success. Rational [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience enhancing operations for organizations through information systems solutions. Proven track record of transforming specific business goals related to growth and efficiency improvements into new system designs. Knowledgeable innovator known for recommending new technologies to enhance existing systems and introduce new systems.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Expertedge Consulting Group (ECG)
02.2023 - Current
  • Created and updated Security operation processes and procedures
  • Created technically detailed reports on a weekly and monthly basis on the status of the SIEM
  • Conducted training on the importance of awareness of Cybersecurity both on-site and virtually for the team
  • Performed infrastructure and application penetration tests, as well as physical security review and social engineering tests for our global clients
  • Performed application penetration tests across public and private networks
  • Performed assessments of security awareness training using social engineering
  • Developed and leveraged custom exploits
  • Worked on improvements for provided security services, including the continuous enhancement of existing methodology material and supporting assets
  • Deploy and manage endpoint protection solutions, ensuring the security of all end-user devices
  • Conducted security audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
  • Monitored security alerts, events, and incidents; respond to and investigate security breaches
  • Developed, updated, and enforced security policies and procedures to maintain a secure computing environment.
  • Identified trends and patterns in large datasets, leading to actionable insights for business growth.
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining data analysis processes and implementing automation tools.

Principal Cyber Security Consultant

Honey - Bliss Consulting Inc.
04.2021 - Current
  • Worked with external vendors to perform penetration tests on network devices, operating systems, databases, and Applications as necessary
  • Created and held workshops illustrating the state of the art of various technologies and assessment strategies
  • Worked on improvements for security services, including the continuous enhancement of existing methodology material and supporting assets
  • Removal of impediments within the organization
  • Communicated technical vulnerabilities and remediation steps to developers and management
  • Provided assistance to system users relative to information systems security matters
  • Worked with application developers to validate, assess, understand root cause and mitigate vulnerabilities

Systems Analyst

Entire Home Renovation
01.2019 - 03.2023
  • Worked in conjunction with clients and team members in the initial phases of designing and planning the implementation of network infrastructures
  • Configured, upgraded, and troubleshot network infrastructures
  • Created, updated, and monitored timelines of projects
  • Worked closely with IT teams, management, and third-party vendors to integrate security measures into the overall IT infrastructure
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify and prioritize security risks, proposing and implementing mitigations
  • Utilize SIEM tools to collect and analyze security data, facilitating proactive threat detection
  • Implemented and managed IAM solutions, ensuring appropriate access controls and user privileges
  • Stay abreast of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies to continually enhance the organization's security posture.

Systems Analyst

University Of Benin
06.2013 - 05.2017
  • Enhanced system efficiency by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Streamlined processes for improved productivity through thorough systems analysis and optimization.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for business challenges.
  • Implemented strategic IT initiatives, contributing to overall company growth and success.

Education

Health Care Studies

Abes College
Calgary, AB
12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Arose Alli University
Nigeria
05.2010

Skills

  • Kali Linux
  • Wireshark
  • Nessus
  • Autopsy
  • Splunk
  • ELK
  • Microsoft Defender
  • Metasploit
  • Nmap
  • Burp suite
  • Active Directory
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • System Analysis
  • Report Preparation
  • Issue Identification
  • Documentation and Reporting

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+, COMP001022326163, 2023
  • Certified in Cyber Security, 2023




Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Expertedge Consulting Group (ECG)
02.2023 - Current

Principal Cyber Security Consultant

Honey - Bliss Consulting Inc.
04.2021 - Current

Systems Analyst

Entire Home Renovation
01.2019 - 03.2023

Systems Analyst

University Of Benin
06.2013 - 05.2017

Health Care Studies

Abes College

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Arose Alli University
Iyobosa Giwa