Guidance Gunundu
Security Operations Center Analyst @Allied Universal
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WORK HISTORY
Security Operations Center Analyst @Allied Universal
Execute and uphold RSOC/GSOC standard operating procedures, integrating physical and IT security practices for 24/7 threat monitoring Monitor and analyze security technologies, including SIEM tools, video surveillance, access control, and alarm systems, to detect suspicious activity Respond to both cyber and physical incidents, coordinating with IT teams, law enforcement, and emergency responders as needed. Identify and escalate security events from multiple platforms (network, physical, endpoint) while maintaining situational awareness Serve as a critical first point of contact during emergencies affecting personnel, infrastructure, or data security Generate incident and activity reports to support investigations, compliance, and threat intelligence sharing.Collaborate with cybersecurity, facilities, and risk management teams to implement response protocols and improve security posture Assist in maintaining and tuning security systems, ensuring optimal performance of both digital and physical monitoring tools Provide proactive client service, anticipating risks and needs while ensuring the safety of personnel, assets, and information
EDUCATION
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Graphic Design
Saint George's College, Zimbabwe
O-level
Columbia Business School
Digital Marketing: Customer Engagement, Social Media, Planning & Analytics
Savannah College of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA, User Experience Design
Cañada College
Associate of Arts - AA, Digital Art and Animation
Wilmington University
Master of Science - MS, Information Systems Technologies: Information Security & Assurance
St John’s High School Emerald Hill, Zimbabwe
A-level
ABOUT GUIDANCE GUNUNDU
I’m a detail-driven Information Security professional with an M.S. in Information Systems Technologies and hands-on experience across Security Operations, Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC), Identity & Access Management, and Incident Response.In my current role as a SOC Analyst at Allied Universal, I monitor and analyze over 500 Splunk alerts weekly, manage incident workflows in Helias, and drive actionable threat escalations that reduce false positives and strengthen organizational defense. My previous work at Wilmington University spanned secure system configuration, Azure-based digital forensics environments, and disaster recovery planning, all aligned with CJIS, NIST, and organizational compliance frameworks.My toolbox includes:SIEM & Tools: Splunk, Helias, ServiceNow, JiraIAM & DR: Active Directory, entitlement reviews, BitLocker, BCDRScripting & Automation: Python, PowerShell, SQL, Microsoft Power AutomateCloud & Infra: Azure (Government + Commercial), AWS, Agile SDLC, CMDBCommunication & Collaboration: Technical writing, cross-functional teaming, compliance reportingI bring an analytical mindset, technical agility, and a track record of reducing incident response times, remediating unauthorized access, and enabling secure workflows in high-stakes environments.I\'m seeking early-career opportunities where I can make a measurable impact in:Cybersecurity Operations – SOC, threat detection, and SIEM-based investigationsGRC & IAM – Security policy development, access control audits, and compliance initiativesCloud Security or Risk Management – Azure/AWS environments, data governance, and DR/BCPI’m especially excited by roles that sit at the intersection of technology and compliance, that value structured thinking, and that offer room for growth, mentorship, and certification support.If you\'re building a security-first culture and need a technically sharp, compliance-minded team player, let’s talk. Whether you’re in FinTech, Government, Education, or Healthcare—I’m ready to contribute and grow.
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