Results-driven Cybersecurity Professional with over 4 years of experience in vulnerability management, security operations, and threat intelligence. Proven expertise in identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating security risks using industry-leading tools including Tenable SC, Qualys VMDR. Skilled in digital forensics, malware analysis, and encryption technologies with a focus on proactive security measures. Adept at automating security processes with Python and Bash, enhancing efficiency in threat detection and response. Strong analytical mindset with a commitment to strengthening security frameworks and ensuring compliance in enterprise environments.
PROFILE
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Cybersecurity Vulnerability Analyst
8COM, Neustadt
August 2022 - Present
- Conducted vulnerability assessments and developed remediation plans, reducing high-risk exposure by 40%.
- Led patch management initiatives, coordinating with IT teams to address critical security gaps.
- Automated security reporting using Python, improving efficiency by 30%.
- Deployed and managed EDR solutions, enhancing real-time threat detection and response.
- Provided incident response support, investigating and mitigating cyber threats.
- Developed and implemented cloud security controls for Azure environments.
- Created customer-focused security solutions tailored to enterprise needs.
IT Technician
Danaher Corporation (Subsidiary Leica Biosystems), Nussloch
June 2021 - July 2022
- Managed endpoint security, ensuring compliance with company-wide policies.
- Configured and maintained Active Directory accounts, optimizing user management.
- Supported network security operations, troubleshooting and patching Cisco devices.
- Led IT onboarding/offboarding, ensuring seamless access provisioning.
- Provided technical support for hardware and software, improving resolution time by 25%.
Junior Network Engineer (Internship)
University of Debrecen, Leipzig
January 2017 - May 2017
- Conducted OWASP-based web security analysis, identifying vulnerabilities in applications.
- Performed packet analysis with Wireshark, diagnosing network anomalies.
- Assisted in firewall configuration and system hardening to enhance security posture.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's in Computer Science
University of Applied Sciences, Leipzig
November 2015 - March 2021
Specialization: Network Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Software Development
Erasmus Exchange Programs:
- Bonch-Bruevich St. Petersburg State University, Russia (2016-2017)
- University of Debrecen, Debrecen, Hungary (January 2019 - June 2019)
INTERNSHIPS
Junior Network Administrator
University of Debrecen, Debrecen
March 2019
COURSES
Python 3 Programming, Coursera, University of Michigan (August 2020)
Networking Essentials, Cisco, Networking Academy (January 2021)
System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services, Google Coursera (March 2020)
Excel Essentials for Data Analytics, IBM (Coursera) (April 2021)
Python Project for Data Science from IBM, IBM (Coursera) (April 2021)
CERTIFICATIONS
REFERENCES
Mark Fourie from Army Military Veteran (Signal Corps)
mark.a.fourie@gmail.com