Samuel I F.

About Samuel I F.

About Me:I am a highly motivated and skilled cybersecurity professional with a strong passion for securing digital environments and mitigating cyber threats. With a Bachelor’s degree in CyberSecurity & Information Assurance and a solid foundation in security operations, threat intelligence, and IT infrastructure.My expertise spans network security, cloud computing, SIEM, log analysis, and security auditing, strongly emphasizing proactive threat detection and incident response. I leverage Python, PowerShell, and Bash to automate security tasks, reducing manual workload by 40%, and have optimized database performance by 30% to support mission-critical operations. Key Strengths & Impact: Security Operations & Threat Intelligence – Integrated STIX/TAXII threat feeds, increasing proactive detection by 50%. SIEM & Log Analysis – Hands-on experience with Splunk, ELK Stack, and QRadar, reducing incident detection time by 60%. Incident Response & Forensics – Led response efforts using CrowdStrike & Carbon Black, improving resolution times by 40%. Cloud Security & Infrastructure – Deployed secure cloud-based solutions (AWS/Azure), optimizing infrastructure costs by 25%. Security Compliance & Auditing – Ensured 100% compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, and PCI DSS standards.I am committed to continuous learning, staying ahead of industry trends, and utilizing cutting-edge tools like Duro Suite, Elastic, and Kibana to strengthen security postures. Passionate about driving innovation in cybersecurity, I strive to create resilient IT environments and contribute to a secure digital future.Let’s connect and collaborate on cybersecurity solutions, risk management, and security automation! Certifications: CompTIA A+ CompTIA Network+ CompTIA CySa+ CompTIA PenTest+(In Progress) INE eJPT (In Progress) CompTIA Sec+ SSCP ITILv4Education:Bachelor\'s Degree in CyberSecurity & Information Assurance at Western Governors University

Experience

1. Cyber Security Specialist

   Belcan

   Jul 2024 — Present

   Monitor Computer Networks for Security IssuesInstall security software and document all security issues discoveredEnsure project goals are completed in a timely manner and a fully compoiant security posture is implemented and maintained. Monitor and maintain vulnerability scanner to ensure complianceReview weekly IAVA to verify all servers are utilizing the most up to date software available for patchingSupport vulnerability management and identification program and continuous monitoring. Utilize SIEM Tool for real-time monitoring and review of security events

Education

• Prince George's Community College

  Associate of Science - AS, Computer Software Engineering

  2020 — 2021

• Western Governors University

  Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc, Cybersecurity