IT SECURITY ANALYST
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Cyber Security Analyst with a Master of Science in Computer Science and hands-on experience identifying, documenting, and mitigating security risks across enterprise networks. Adept at leveraging SEIM (FortiSIEM) and EDR/XDR (Arctic Wolf, CrowdStrike) technologies to evaluate suspicious threats, conduct digital forensics, and support reverse malware analysis. Proven track record in maintaining vulnerability management programs utilizing the MITRE ATT&CK framework and threat intelligence sources.
Experienced in conducting third-party risk assessments, maintaining cloud security architecture, auditing Active Directory systems, and developing security and phishing awareness campaigns to foster a resilient organizational security posture in alignment with NIST 800 series frameworks.
Information Technology Security Analyst | Duluth Public Schools – Duluth, MN | Feb 2026 - Present
Analyze security events and alerts utilizing FortiSIEM and Arctic Wolf EDR/MDR to detect, investigate, contain, and remediate potential cybersecurity incidents.
Perform digital forensic investigations and root-cause analysis on endpoint, network, and firewall logs to identify attack vectors, evaluate suspicious malware, and implement remediation controls.
Maintain the vulnerability management program by executing routine vulnerability assessments, integrating threat intelligence sources, and prioritizing risk remediation.
Conduct third-party vendor risk assessments, evaluate software risks against established criteria, and ensure data protection requirements are formally documented and tracked to closure.
Support cloud security architecture across Google Workspace and cloud environments by implementing access controls and auditing Active Directory to enforce least-privilege principles.
Develop and implement security awareness training and phishing simulation campaigns, utilizing campaign data to recommend additional security controls.
Routinely interface with leadership (vCISO) to report on enterprise risk, recommend physical and digital security mitigations, and refine incident response procedures based on NIST guidance.
Cyber Security Analyst Intern | VirtualInfra LLC – Dayton, NJ (Remote) | Aug 2025 – Feb 2026
Monitored enterprise networks using AI-assisted security technologies to evaluate suspicious activities, analyze user behavior, and investigate security alerts.
Evaluated security controls, data integrity risks, and privacy impacts for AI systems and model training applications.
Utilized automated tools for vulnerability scanning, prioritizing remediation efforts based on potential security impacts.
Supported automated security response workflows using SOAR capabilities to efficiently block suspicious emails and other network threats.
Developed reporting dashboards to track vulnerabilities, anomalies, and risk information for technical and business stakeholders.
Cybersecurity and IT Intern | Educational Communications Board – Madison, WI | May 2025 – Aug 2025
Conducted threat hunting, incident triage, and log analysis utilizing CrowdStrike EDR and Cisco Firepower to analyze suspicious links, emails, and endpoint events.
Assisted with phishing simulation campaigns and security awareness initiatives to improve organizational defense against social engineering.
Reviewed system and device configurations, assisting with the development of security policies, procedures, and technical documentation aligned with NIST cybersecurity frameworks.
Automated reporting and IT workflows using Microsoft Power Automate, scripting custom logic to generate metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for leadership review.
Master of Science, Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) | University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI | May 2025
Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science | Geethanjali College of Engineering and Technology, India | Mar 2023
