Rim Mohamed
Security Analyst @Baxter Clewis Cybersecurity
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WORK HISTORY
Security Analyst @Baxter Clewis Cybersecurity
US
Proactively contained a suspected malicious instance by restricting its network access through security group rule configuration, these actions led to a 20% reduction in incident response time and a 30% increase in data recovery efficiency, enhancing overall cybersecurity resilience. Enhanced security posture by implementing multi-factor authentication, effectively eliminating password sharing risks and fortifying sensitive data access for all employees, resulted in a 40% reduction in unauthorized access attempts.Assessed network defenses by conducting a comprehensive analysis and hardening of the company\'s firewall. ensured necessary ports and protocols, effectively shielding the Cardholder Data Environment (CDE) from unauthorized access, resulting in a 25% reduction in security vulnerabilities and enhanced protection of sensitive cardholder data.Analyzed a thorough network inventory to ensure accuracy and completeness, verifying, documenting, and updating all network components before deployment; led to a 30% reduction in network configuration errors, enhancing overall network reliability and security.Streamlined the PCI scoping process by gathering critical information, including client contact details, payment channels, connected entities, PCI service providers, and CDE location; paved the way for efficient Report on Compliance (ROC) preparation and resulted in a 25% reduction in scoping time.Mapped cardholder data flows and storage architecture by identifying data location, transmission purpose, involved entities, transmitted data elements, encryption methods, and database storage details. Enhanced a 20% reduction in compliance gaps.Analyzed data flows against PCI DSS requirements, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory mandates. Identified areas for improvement and implemented remediation measures, resulting in a 25% increase in compliance maturity and enhanced data security posture.
EDUCATION
Other Schools
Certifications
City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College
Associate's degree , cybersecurity in Applied Science
ABOUT RIM MOHAMED
I am a Security Consultant at Baxter Clewis Cybersecurity, a leading provider of PCI DSS compliance and cloud security solutions. I help clients achieve and maintain PCI DSS compliance and enhance their security posture by conducting assessments, scoping projects, implementing and hardening cloud infrastructure, and resolving incidents. I have successfully completed multiple PCI DSS assessments and scoping projects for various organizations, reducing incident response time, unauthorized access attempts, and data loss risks. I have also implemented and hardened cloud infrastructure using AWS security services and Terraform, ensuring necessary ports and protocols are configured and multi-factor authentication is enabled. I have earned AWS Solutions Architect - Associate, AWS Certified Security Specialty, and Terraform Associate certifications, demonstrating my proficiency and expertise in cloud security and infrastructure as code. I graduated from Field Lab Schools with a High School Diploma in 2023, where I developed my interest and skills in IT and cybersecurity. I have a strong aptitude for analyzing and resolving problems, as well as a proactive and collaborative approach to work. My goal is to continue learning and growing as a security professional and deliver value to my clients and team.
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