MARIIA PELYPKANYCH
Irvine
Summary
Highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst with 4+ years of hands-on experience in IT security operations, incident response, and digital forensics. Proven ability to monitor, analyze, and mitigate security threats using cutting-edge tools and techniques. Strong background in security monitoring, vulnerability management, and forensic investigations. CompTIA Security+ certified with expertise in SIEM tools, network security, and threat intelligence. Passionate about safeguarding digital assets and continuously improving security postures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Information Security Analyst
Blue Shield of California
01.2023 - Current
- Strengthened enterprise security by implementing advanced threat detection and incident response strategies
- Led vulnerability assessments, reducing security gaps and improving overall risk management
- Conducted security audits to ensure compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and HIPAA regulations
- Analyzed security logs using QRadar and Splunk, identifying anomalies and mitigating cyber threats
- Provided forensic analysis of security breaches, ensuring thorough investigation and documentation
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop security policies and awareness training programs
Cybersecurity Analyst
INTERSEC WORLDWIDE
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Delivered Managed Security Services (MDR/MSSP) to clients, ensuring 24/7 threat detection and response
- Investigated malware infections, phishing campaigns, and data breaches to enhance security defenses
- Assisted in forensic investigations, analyzing compromised systems and recommending remediation steps
- Provided risk assessment consulting and security hardening strategies for enterprise clients
- Led internal team coordination and client reporting to ensure transparency and security compliance
Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
CYBERNOW LABS
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Monitored SIEM alerts in Splunk and IBM QRadar, identifying real-time security incidents
- Conducted threat intelligence research to detect new attack vectors and vulnerabilities
- Utilized Wireshark and network analysis tools to identify suspicious network traffic
- Performed digital forensics analysis on compromised systems using VirusTotal, AnyRun, and MX Toolbox
- Assisted in the creation of Incident Response Playbooks to improve team efficiency
Education
Bachelor Of Computer And Information Sciences -
National Aviation University
Kyiv 2013
Skills
✔ Security Operations & Incident Response (SOC)
✔ Digital Forensics & Threat Hunting
✔ SIEM Analysis (Splunk, QRadar)
✔ Malware & Phishing Investigation
✔ Vulnerability Management & Risk Assessment
✔ Network Security & Packet Analysis
✔ Security Tools: Cisco Umbrella, Carbon Black, SentinelOne
✔ Cloud Security (Azure, Active Directory, Okta)
✔ Compliance: NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR
Certification
CompTIA Security+ (Security+ CE Certified)
Cisco Umbrella MSSP
Splunk 7.x Fundamentals Part 1
IBM QRadar SIEM Fundamentals
Timeline
Information Security Analyst
Blue Shield of California
01.2023 - Current
Cybersecurity Analyst
INTERSEC WORLDWIDE
08.2021 - 01.2023
Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
CYBERNOW LABS
09.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor Of Computer And Information Sciences -
National Aviation University
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