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Alhassan Dumbuya

Dubai

Summary

Adept in vulnerability assessment and incident response, I enhanced network security at YNAP by identifying and mitigating threats, significantly reducing potential security incidents. Skilled in SIEM management and possessing strong analytical abilities, I excel in implementing effective security measures and collaborating with IT teams to safeguard critical data and systems.

Overview

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Work History

SOC Analyst

YNAP
10.2023 - Current

SOC analysts ensure that events are investigated and possible security incidents are accurately identified, analysed, escalated, guarded against, and communicated with clarity.

  • Enhanced network security by monitoring systems for potential threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Threat and vulnerability analysis.
  • Investigating, documenting, and reporting on any information security (InfoSec) issues and emerging trends.
  • Analysis and advising or response to previously unknown hardware and software vulnerabilities.
  • Preparing disaster recovery plans.
  • Identified root causes of security breaches through thorough investigation and analysis of log data.
  • Provided technical support during high-priority incidents, ensuring timely resolution with minimal impact on business operations.
  • Supported compliance initiatives by conducting regular audits of security controls and providing recommendations for improvement.
  • Collaborated with IT teams to implement effective security measures, safeguarding critical data and systems.
  • Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.

IT Analyst

Sprinklr
06.2023 - Current
  • · Good knowledge and experience working with Windows and Mac OS environments.
  • · Joining Windows/Mac devices in autopilot and software deployment from jamf and intune
  • · Responsible for imaging of PCs using SCCM.
  • · Walk users through installing applications and computer peripherals.
  • · User password reset and unlocking account and cloning accounts.
  • · Create and manage accounts in Active Directory and Entra ID: adding, modifying, and coordinating migration of user accounts.
  • MFA setup
  • Cisco meraki installation and configuration of users account
  • · Direct unresolved issues to the next level of support personnel.
  • Provided Tier 1 and Tier 2 IT support to non-technical internal users through desk-side support services.
  • · Setting up OneDrive, SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
  • Installing and upgrading operating systems and computer software.

Identity Access Management

Dell
01.2022 - 05.2023

The IAM analyst's role is to support the organisation's identity and access management program. Here are common tasks listed in an IAM analyst job description:

  • Administer user accounts and access privileges in the organisation's identity management system.
  • Work closely with the IAM team to ensure that the right people can access the right resources.
  • Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the IAM system.
  • Involved in troubleshooting and resolving IAM issues.
  • Participate in IAM projects and initiatives.
  • Work with internal customers, business analysts, and application teams to understand access requirements.
  • Maintain documentation for the IAM program.
  • Participate in IAM audits and review access control reports to identify potential risks.
  • Provide training to new users on the IAM system.
  • Update and maintain the IAM system according to changes in the organisation's business needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Fourah Bay College University of Sierra Leone
Freetown, Sierra Leone
01.2012

Skills

  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Endpoint Security
  • SIEM management
  • Threat Intelligence
  • TCP and IP Protocols
  • Incident Response
  • Log Analysis
  • Wireshark Usage
  • Identity Management
  • Operating System Security
  • Nmap Scanning
  • DNS Management
  • Packet Analysis
  • PowerShell Scripting
  • Bash Scripting
  • Virtualization Security
  • Network Security

Certification

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP) Specialist
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator -AZ 104
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Security Engineer-AZ 500
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Networking Engineer -AZ 700.
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals- AZ 900
  • Advanced Penetration Testing Training - RedTeam Academy-Dubai, UAE.
  • IAM Cloud Security Training with Great Learning Academy.
  • Intune Training with Microsoft Endpoint Manager MDM & MAM with Udemy
  • Desktop IT Support Level 1&2 in real Life Troubleshooting with Udemy


Work Preference

Work Location

Remote

Work Availability

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Timeline

SOC Analyst

YNAP
10.2023 - Current

IT Analyst

Sprinklr
06.2023 - Current

Identity Access Management

Dell
01.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Fourah Bay College University of Sierra Leone
Alhassan Dumbuya