RICK WANG
Calgary,AB
Summary
Highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst with +3 years of experience in developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and best practices resulting in a 25% decrease in security incidents and breaches. Proven track record in conducting regular vulnerability scans and penetration tests, identifying and remediating 75% of security weaknesses before they could be exploited. Collaborative team player with exceptional skills in monitoring and analyzing security events and logs, identifying and responding to 95% of security alerts and notifications within 15 minutes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cyber Security Analyst
ReTrain Canada
Calgary
07.2023 - Current
- Development and implementation of a comprehensive information security program for the enterprise. Conduct a comprehensive cyber security risk assessment of enterprise IT solutions.
- Developed and maintained the enterprise's security framework, architecture design, and Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery plans. Managed the deployment, integration, and configuration of security solutions,
- Administered, maintained, and supported Vulnerability Management, Email Hygiene, and Multifactor Authentication systems effectively. Monitored, analyzed, and interpreted security/system logs for potential incidents, promptly responding to alarms and following response playbooks.
- Conducted regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses. Reported and tracked detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard with detailed documentation.
- Provided advice and guidance to IT teams on vulnerability remediation, ensuring effective cybersecurity measures. Researched and assessed emerging security threats, compiling position papers to inform proactive strategies.
- Stayed current with industry trends, particularly in Identity Access Management, cloud architectures, and advanced threat detection. Assisted in developing and implementing cybersecurity procedures and configurations to fortify organizational defenses.
- Managed vulnerability scanning tools such as Nexpose, Nessus, or similar solutions, ensuring accurate assessments and timely responses.
Senior Python Developer
Delphi Technical Co., Ltd
01.2015 - 07.2022
- Conducted regular vulnerability scans and penetration tests, identifying and remediating 75% of security weaknesses before they could be exploited.
- Researched and evaluated emerging security threats and vulnerabilities, providing recommendations for mitigation and prevention that were implemented and resulted in a 40% decrease in potential threats.
- Monitored and analyzed security events and logs, identifying and responding to 95% of security alerts and notifications within 15 minutes.
- Investigated and remediated a security breach, reducing the impact on the organization by 80% and preventing further damage.
- Assisted in the development of a security architecture and design, Configured and maintained security tools and systems, resulting in a 30% increase in system reliability and availability.
- Developed and implemented security policies, procedures, and best practices, resulting in a 25% decrease in security incidents and breaches.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure security requirements were met for a new product launch, resulting in a successful launch with no security incidents.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science -
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Calgary, AB06-2026
Master of Engineering -
Tongji University
09.2009
Skills
- Cyber Security
- Vulnerability scanning
- Penetration testing
- Security event monitoring and analysis
- Incident response and remediation
- Security tool configuration and maintenance
- Security policy development and implementation
- Threat and vulnerability research and evaluation
- Security architecture and design
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Intrusion detection and prevention
- Encryption and data protection
- Network security
- Data Analysis
- Endpoint security
- Cloud security
- Access control and identity management
- Compliance and regulatory frameworks
- Security information and event management (SIEM)
- Cybersecurity incident management and reporting
- Available for after-hours and on-call work as needed
- Security Frameworks: NIST, CIS, Purdue Model
- Security Tools: Microsoft XDR (Defender), Microsoft Sentinel, Palo Alto, Tenable
- Security Solutions: Firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems, Anti-virus Software, Encryption, Authentication Protocols
Certification
- Cybersecurity License Certificate, Retrain Canada, Calgary, AB, 10/01/23
- IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate, Calgary, AB, 02/01/23
- Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, Calgary, AB, 06/01/23
- Certification for Information System Security Professional (CISSP), Calgary, AB, Present
- Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate, Calgary, AB, 09/01/23
- Machine Learning Professional Certificate, Calgary, AB, 12/01/23
- 6 Sigma Green Belt Trained (6S), GE, USA, 06/01/14
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
German
Elementary
Javanese
Limited
Chinese (Cantonese)
Professional
Timeline
Cyber Security Analyst
ReTrain Canada
07.2023 - Current
Senior Python Developer
Delphi Technical Co., Ltd
01.2015 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science -
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Master of Engineering -
Tongji University
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