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I am a Systems Engineer transitioning into Cybersecurity with a focus on Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). With a solid foundation in Cloud Engineering and Systems Administration, I enhance organisational security through robust security controls and compliance frameworks, aiming to uplift overall security posture.I have experience managing complex cloud environments, on-prem infrastructure and ITIL-aligned processes, allowing me to develop and automate security policies, frameworks, and controls effectively. I have worked with industry-leading frameworks such as NIST and Essential and I am familiar with compliance standards like ISO 27001 and SOC 2. My role involves incident management and audit readiness, ensuring seamless alignment with business and regulatory requirements.I am dedicated to fostering a strong security culture and driving continuous improvement in GRC initiatives. My experience with compliance automation, incident response, and business continuity planning supports organisations in strengthening their security practices and building resilience. I possess strong analytical and communication skills, which enable me to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and address complex compliance challenges.With a blend of technical proficiency and governance, risk, and compliance principles, I am well-equipped to contribute to organisations navigating today’s complex security landscape.Key Skills:Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC): Compliance automation, security control implementation, audit readinessSecurity Frameworks & Compliance: NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls, Essential 8, OWASP SAMM, ISO 27001, SOC 2Policy Development & Compliance Audits: Security policy creation, regulatory compliance audits, security assessment questionnairesIncident Response: Risk assessments, incident managementStakeholder Engagement: Cross-functional communication, executive reporting, collaboration with vendors and service providersCloud and Hypervisor Proficiencies: AWS, Azure, VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, Security Tools: Firewalls, VPNs, access controlsOperating Systems & Scripting: Linux (CentOS, RHEL, Ubuntu), Windows Server, macOS, Python, Bash, PowerShell

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