Personal Statement
Diligent and technically astute professional with broad expertise in identifying and mitigating potential threats to ensure the safety and security of company systems, data, and networks. Proficient in strategic planning, risk assessment, security consulting, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to improve security operations. Established communicator equipped with strong interpersonal and team leadership skills, adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams while developing and implementing bespoke security solutions.
Work Experience
BAY SYSTEMS, Lincoln
Cyber Security Specialist, November 2020 – Present
- Liaised with 7 senior cyber security engineers to complete company projects and develop policies & procedures for 1500 end-users
- Discovered 350+ new viruses and hidden malware while managing database of over 150K users, resulting in secure execution of daily operations
- Maintained 99% data security by regularly conducting threat analysis alongside identifying and mitigating potential threats
- Performed network and security system audits, using company-defined criteria
- Designed security penetration testing processes, such as wireless, data networks, and telecommunication systems
OSCAR TECHNOLOGY, Lincoln
Cyber Security Specialist, Apr 2018 – Nov 2020
- Managed a project to reduce malware threats by 80% using ad blockers, switching users to Google Chrome, and implementing automatic updates
- Secured 170+ websites and endured potential attacks for two years
- Facilitated clients with low budgets by finding cost-effective methods to minimise security risks
- Lowered risk of cyber-attacks in the company by 23% by automating updates and training 450+ employees in cyber security best practices
BRAINNEST, Canterbury
Cyber Security Intern, May 2016–March 2018
- Supported senior specialists in optimising overall cyber security procedures across the organisation
- Assisted in identifying operational requirements and delivering robust solutions to ongoing cyber security issues
- Monitored IT security systems and actively responded to incident reports
Education
UNIVERSITY OF WEST LONDON (2012–2016), London
BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security (Upper Second-class Honours)
LINCOLN SECONDARY SCHOOL (2005–2012), Lincoln
A-Levels: ICT (A*), Maths (A), English Literature (B), Spanish (B)
Certification
- CISSP — Certified Information Systems Security Professional — ISC (2018)
- CISM — Certified Information Security Manager — ISACA (2017)
Key Skills
- Cyber security operations
- Threat assessment & mitigation
- Penetration testing
- Malware analysis
- Network security
- Data security
- System maintenance
- Recovery planning
- Solution architecture
Hobbies & Interests
- Book reading
- Current tech affairs
- World of Warcraft
- Transit diagrams
