Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Certification
Additional Information
Professional Development

Richard Anoliefo

Hamilton,ON

Summary

A dedicated and knowledgeable cybersecurity professional with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and CompTIA Security+ certification. Possesses a solid understanding of DevOps concepts and extensive experience in SharePoint administration, focusing on enhancing cybersecurity measures and operational efficiency. Aiming to leverage expertise in security practices, threat mitigation, and team training to protect organizational data and systems in a cybersecurity role.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

SharePoint Security Administrator

Specialty Health Network
05.2023 - Current
  • Led implementation of advanced access control and permissions management for SharePoint, significantly bolstering data security by ensuring only authorized access to sensitive files and systems.
  • Conducted in-depth cybersecurity measures, including analytics for site usage, security assessments of third-party integrations, and vulnerability management, enhancing system integrity and reducing security risks.
  • Drove operational efficiencies by automating workflows and processes using Power Automate in SharePoint and QuickText functionality in Salesforce, achieving 50% reduction in downtime and streamlining team communication while maintaining strict data security standards.
  • Led cybersecurity training and awareness programs, resulting in more than 50% decrease in phishing and vishing attacks, by developing robust training materials and simulations for team members and SharePoint users.
  • Spearheaded development and maintenance of secure, user-friendly SharePoint web pages, integrating best practices in cybersecurity to minimize vulnerabilities and improve user experience.
  • Implemented strategic data protection initiatives, including automated file backup with auto-versioning and input validation functionalities, significantly mitigating risk of ransomware attacks and vulnerabilities such as SQL injection and XSS.
  • Acted as liaison between IT security and other departments, aligning security measures with business objectives, and played key role in fostering a culture of security awareness across the company.
  • Ensured resilience and integrity of organizational data through robust backup procedures and regular updates of critical software, enhancing organization's disaster recovery capabilities and compliance with security standards.

IT Technical Support Specialist

SP Data Digital
06.2017 - 04.2020
  • Delivered high-level technical support for hardware and software issues, specializing in security patch implementations and malware mitigation, achieving 90% resolution rate for Level 2 security-related support tickets.
  • Strategically escalated complex security incidents, including advanced persistent threats (APTs) and ransomware attacks, facilitating swift containment and resolution in collaboration with cybersecurity response team.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation on security incident handling and resolution, significantly enhancing internal knowledge base for cybersecurity training and future reference.
  • Led cybersecurity training sessions for junior Support Specialists, enhancing team's ability to identify and respond to security threats, thereby improving overall service quality and security posture.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Trent University, Peterborough, ON
04.2023

Skills

  • CompTIA Security Certification
  • Cybersecurity Best Practices
  • Network Security Fundamentals
  • Threat Analysis and Detection
  • Disaster Recovery Planning
  • Fundamental Python and Linux Skills
  • Data Security and Integrity
  • Phishing & Vishing Defense Strategies
  • Security Policy Development
  • System Monitoring
  • Technical Support & Problem Solving
  • Effective Communication and User Training

Timeline

SharePoint Security Administrator - Specialty Health Network
05.2023 - Current
IT Technical Support Specialist - SP Data Digital
06.2017 - 04.2020
Trent University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Certification

CompTIA Security+ Certification
[Feb 2024]


Additional Information

  • Available for relocation and remote work.
  • References are available on Demand.

Professional Development

DevOps Bootcamp, [August 2022],

Gained an understanding of continuous integration, continuous delivery (CI/CD), cloud computing, and automation tools.

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