Risk Management Cybersecurity Analyst

TUKA BARIBOR

District Heights, MD ***** 202-***-**** ad8xfy@r.postjobfree.com WWW: Bold Profile

Summary

Strategic Cybersecurity Analyst and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) professional with experience conducting Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA), supporting business process owners, and managing complex operational risk programs. Expert in identifying and analyzing operational risks, developing and documenting controls, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Proven ability to collaborate across organizational boundaries, execute risk mitigation initiatives, and improve business processes—strong communication, analytical, and project management skills, focusing on maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Skills

• Internal Audit

• Risk Assessment

• Controls Framework

• Regulatory Compliance

• Operational Risk Management

• Vulnerability Management

• Process Improvement & Automation

• Problem-Solving

• Executive Communication and Stakeholder

Engagement

• Cybersecurity Operation

• Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA)

• Interpersonal Skills

• Analytical Skills

• Business Analysis & Process Documentation.

• Critical Thinking

• Gap Analysis & Risk Mitigation

• Privacy Control Mapping.

• Common Control Matrix Development

• Policy and Procedure Writing

• Privacy and Compliance

• ServiceNow Tooling; Jira, IBM QRadar,

Splunk, Rangeforce

Experience

GRC / Cyber Security Analyst 08/2023 to Current

ExcelMindCyber Manhattan, IL

• Partner with IT teams, achieving a 20% improvement in properly implementing information security measures following established guidelines

• Developed a comprehensive Common Control Matrix, enabling streamlined identification and management of common controls across various financial systems.

• Create risk assessment models by identifying, analyzing, and prioritizing risks associated with GRC initiatives, contributing to a 25% increase in risk mitigation effectiveness

• Work closely with development teams to design and implement custom GRC frameworks, aligning them with organizational objectives and compliance standards.

• Demonstrate expertise in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) initiatives, executed effective measures and driving improvements in security, compliance, and risk management

• Serve as a liaison for business units, conducting Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA) to identify and mitigate operational risks.

• Utilized ServiceNow GRC tooling to manage and track GRC activities, improving efficiency and transparency within the program.

Security Compliance Specialist 01/2021 to 07/08/2024 Ripplese Consulting LLC Elkridge, MD

• Deliver timely technical support to internal and external customers, achieving a 20% reduction in average issue resolution time

• Enhance system performance and reduce software-related incidents by 15% by installing, configuring, and maintaining software applications on Windows systems

• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues for LAN operations, resulting in a 25% improvement in network stability

• Liaise cross-functionally to update and revise company policies, ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory landscapes led to a 25% improvement in policy relevance.

• Led and supported internal process improvement projects, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of operational risk management practices.

Risk Analyst 08/2016 to 11/2019

Vivint Solar Bestville, MD

• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for solar projects as a Risk Analyst, resulting in a 15% improvement in risk mitigation strategies

• Investigate market trends and regulatory changes as a Market Research Analyst, providing critical insights contributing to a 25% increase in informed decision-making

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams as a Credit Risk Analyst to assess credit risks associated with potential clients, leading to a 30% improvement in client selection processes. Education and Training

Bachelor Of Science in Cybersecurity 08/2024

University of Maryland Global Campus Maryland

UG Certification in Computer Networking 12/2023

University of Maryland Global Campus Maryland

Bachelor Of Technology in Agricultural Engineering 07/1996 Rivers State University PH

Certifications

• CISA

• ICIP (OPSWAT)

• SaFe Agilist Certification

• PSM1

• SMC

Activities and Honors

• I have authored two books.

• Worked as a research assistant.

• I participated in a leadership conference.

• An inductee of the Alpha Sigma Lambda Tour Chapter.

• I also volunteer at a community food distribution center.

• Leader of an indigenous group, in the USA.

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