Greater Sydney Area
Cyber Security Analyst skilled in Splunk Enterprise with a background in Software Engineering, a certificate in Cybersecurity from the University of Sydney, and a Master of Information Technology degree from Central Queensland University. Critical thinker specializing in network monitoring, security software installation, and working to prevent cyberattacks in business settings. An effective problem solver bringing technical aptitude and an understanding of business processes. Passionate about security and driven to stay up to date on the latest trends and tools in the InfoSec community.
- Designing applications and their architecture - Creating web front-ends with static and dynamic pages using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and REACT - Implementing user management and authentication - Developing backend services and communicating with databases: Node.js, MongoDB, dockerized server - Implementing API endpoints using Express-Mongo - Continuously integrating and deploying changes using CI/CD pipelines - Deploying serverless applications on Code Engine - Creating and invoking RESTful microservices - Deploying the entire solution on Cloud using Kubernetes - Integrating reusable component libraries to accumulate productivity - Planning and performing unit testing, figured out and fixed bugs
- Strong experience in Microsoft platform administration and Linux infrastructure - Configured, administered, and secured Linux, Windows servers, virtual environments (Hyper-V), and storage systems to maximize performance and reduce downtime - Collaborated with the networking team to ensure security, redundancy, and minimal latency - Implemented robust security measures, including firewalls, antivirus, and intrusion detection systems, and conducting regular security audits to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities - Developed and maintained comprehensive backup and disaster recovery strategies to protect critical data and systems, reducing recovery time in the event of an incident - Wrote Bash and Powershell scripts to automate security tasks and improve system efficiency - Analyzed traffic flow over a network to troubleshoot issues and identify malicious activity and suspicious patterns of behavior - Configured machines on a virtual network and deploying them to the cloud. Configured a server to serve a vulnerable web application - Implemented penetration testing to examine network, system, and web vulnerabilities. Identifying and exploiting web vulnerabilities and suggesting mitigation strategies. Conducted vulnerability assessments using tools like Nmap and Metasploit - Configured a SIEMs and performing network security monitoring. Conducted a forensics investigation to recover and analyze data and prepare technical evidence - Provided support to resolve escalated technical issues and conducting training sessions to educate staff on best practices for using systems and maintaining security Key Achievements: - Reduced system downtime by 30% through proactive monitoring and preventive maintenance - Enhanced network security by implementing a firewall solution, reducing the risk of external threats by 40% - Deployed an automated patch management system, reducing manual updates and enhancing system security
- Monitored and maintained servers, desktops to ensure smooth and reliable operation, applying patches and updates as needed - Served as the primary point of contact for IT support, resolving technical issues for end-users across the organization, including hardware, software, and network issues - Managed local area networks (LAN), wireless networks, and VPNs, ensuring secure and uninterrupted connectivity for all users - Conducted regular data backups and maintained recovery plans, protecting the integrity and availability of critical data Key Achievements: - Improved network uptime to 99.9% by upgrading outdated networking hardware and proactively monitoring network performance - Led an organization-wide transition to a cloud-based productivity suite, increasing collaboration and reducing downtime
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and develop software solutions - Implemented new features and functionality, ensured adherence to coding standards and best practices - Participated in code reviews and provided constructive feedback to team members - Worked on front-end with Wordpress using WP Page Builder and Elementor Website Builder plugins - Used Spring Web MVC framework to develop web applications - Utilized Swing, JavaFX to create designs for software development - Used jQuery, AJAX, JSON to read or write data from back-end - Integrated reusable component libraries using JavaEE technologies, application servers to save time on coding and accumulate productivity - Reduced data loading time by enhancing the quality of Java codes - Tested, debugged, diagnosed, and corrected errors and faults in programming languages within established testing protocols, guidelines, and quality standards to ensure programs and applications meet specifications - Identified and communicating with users, clients to formulate and produce requirements specifications to develop system and software solutions - Used ICT Business project management methodologies, concepts and techniques to evaluate inefficiencies and recommend optimal business practices, create project plans and resource as well as manage projects - Worked as a primary reference and resource factor, making adequate preparation and support in the system project decision-making process, leading a team responsible for providing new software solutions and boosting existing software and applications - Mentored junior software engineers
- Enhanced website front-end and back-end based on MVC structure - Applied PHP, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript for websites - Completed SQL database, payment portal training - Diagnosed inadequate processes with the support of senior developers - Tested, loaded and monitored e-commerce websites