Serving Bank Of America as an IT security consultant

Utilize Python to extract data and analyze it through the Pandas library.Utilize Power BI to report on various data sources and ensure management is able to make proper decisions.Perform analysis efforts on Vulnerability Data to determine trending and patterns information. Reducing future vulnerabilities and timelines of correction.Perform analysis efforts on orphan host information to assist with reconciliation of ownership.Cross compare naming conventions to determine new ways of determining orphan ownershipComplete regular operations of weekly vulnerability reporting through Python and Power BI.Complete review of peer code and analytical reportsDevelop Business Requirements and Technical Guide documentation to ensure future operations of code is effective

Maintain run operations of daily reconciliation applicationEnsure ACL reconciliation is completed and actioned on daily/weekly basis BAARTroubleshoot run errors, failed operations, and workflow issues with Application BAARReconcile the discrepancies with user access in ACLs and ensure governance/compliance is maintainedWeekly reporting to management through excel tables, rerun reports, and follow up operationsManage access and application governance through a series of Controls (user access, back up process, user guides, etc.)Fulfill regular audit requests by collecting and providing follow up evidence, rerun evidence, and output evidence.Onboard/offboard applications to existing workflows, including UAT/QA reporting of output.

Assist with the implementation of a new application within client infrastructureDesign of operating model and configuration model for new risk reduction toolDesign of the end user process for use of the new risk toolDesign of the Governance model within the risk toolDocumenting the benefits of improving existing processes to presentationDocumenting the benefits of reducing risk for presentationDesign the training plan for the new applicationDevelop training documentation for official useDesign of User Acceptance Testing (UAT) plan for testing new applicationDevelop UAT documentation for official useDevelop UAT test cases for use during the UAT processDesign the Business-as-Usual model for the new application

Efforts to improve security controls around applicationsRisk analysis of existing control documentation within Business GroupsCommunication with Business Groups around follow up and correction of controls documentation.QA Testing of new enhancements to process

● Analyze security event data and perform reporting functions for official review and notification.● Write up operating procedures of current reporting functions for ongoing compliance and efficiency. ● Complete reviews of reporting material to ensure accuracy of data and maintain proper documentation.● Ensure security events are properly recorded and reported.● Work with Government Officials to ensure all reporting material is proper reviewed for accuracy.● Review external security events for nationwide information awareness.● Review summaries of major security events for VA situational awareness. ● Complete ad-hoc reporting requests in junction with daily activities.● Track significant ad-hoc reports to ensure consistent updates on the reporting material.● Maintain flexible changes on all reporting material and the associated documentation. ● Work with other Defense Analyst to ensure event reporting meets VA standards.● Cross train Reporting team on all reporting functions. ● Cross communicate with different teams to ensure information awareness of security events.

● Conduct Compliance and Risk Audits of Operating Groups (OG).● Assisted with the identification of internal controls to further mitigate inherent risks.● Reviewed evidence provided by OG to ensure compliance framework standards.● Created example documentation of adequate control evidence.● Trained team members to ensure transference of knowledge and cross training.● Review evidence provided by OG to ensure the compliance of NIST, SOX, and ISO frameworks.● Assisted the OG with the remediation efforts in the event of compliance failure. ● Assisted with the timely completion of remediation items for OG in order to meet closure deadlines.● Provided organized documentation, and filled out reports for Executive approval.● Regularly supported OG and various staff with registration, error checking, and review during the compliance audits.● Assisted with access requests and access review during compliance audits.● Perform weekly status updates and reminders on progress.● Review ongoing process to ensure efficiency and compliance.● Functioned as a Subject Matter Expert to determine control failures during compliance audits. ● Assist the OG with understanding and completing any remediation efforts. ● Assist with closure of out of date information, OG, and any applications used by those groups. ● Provide training sessions to ensure OG have sufficient skill to complete compliance audits.

● Conducted various purchase and search flows on multiple smart phones.● Test updates of the Application to ensure changes work as intended.● Test multiple versions of an application to ensure compatibility. ● Recorded outcomes of testing in an organized manner.● Track all errors and bugs to ensure consistency. ● Worked with developers and managers to ensure all bugs were discovered and fixed in a timely manner.

Created an Intranet for the non-profit company, Build Chicago. The purpose of the Intranet was to connect all of their resources together. This allowed the client to edit documents together, keep in contact with other members of the organization, and easily keep record of their reservations.