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Ridwan SHOWLY

Cybersecurity Specialist
LONDON

Summary

Highly self-motivated and enthusiastic security response Analyst with over one years of experience in Cyber Security across various enterprises and security systems. Experience with SIEM Tools, IPS, Web proxy, Anti-Virus, social media monitoring, and Data Leak Prevention tools. Performed detailed investigations to detect traffic abnormalities in a range of security incidents. Build positive rapport with clients through effective communications and has a broad security awareness with good comprehension of cross functional information technology security areas, such as Identity Management, Infrastructure Security, Application Security and Data protection.

Seeking a security analyst role to further utilize my skills and gain more hands-on experience in the field.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Incident Response Specialist

Enfield Council
LONDON
05.2023 - Current

As a secondment, I consistently exhibited my expertise in incident response, effectively investigating and resolving various security alerts to ensure the utmost protection for the organization.


Key Contributions:

  • Diligently investigated each incoming alert, employing a methodical approach to derive well-informed and decisive actions based on the investigation results.
  • Skill-fully analyzed security logs using Splunk and expertly processed them through Carbon Black, enhancing the organization's ability to detect and mitigate potential threats effectively.
  • Provided expert-level technical recommendations to affected users, delivering swift resolution and personalised support to ensure minimal impact on operations.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in handling phishing alerts through Cofense Triage, actively creating strategic rules to counter phishing attacks of similar nature, thereby fortifying the organization's defence against evolving cyber threats.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with Threat Intel teams, effectively contributing to the remediation of security discoveries, reinforcing a proactive and robust security posture.

Consistently showcase my commitment to upholding the highest standards of cybersecurity, making a positive impact on the organization's resilience against security challenges. My dedication to excellence and collaborative spirit positions me as an ideal candidate for any security-focused role.

Incident Response Specialist

Deloitte Spain
Mardrid
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Worked collaboratively with a dynamic team at Deloitte to proactively respond to and manage security incidents on behalf of esteemed clients.
  • Spearheaded prompt and efficient handling of security incidents utilizing cutting-edge tools, including SIEM Tools, IPS, Web Proxy, Anti-Virus, Social Media Monitoring, and Data Leak Prevention tools.
  • Conducted thorough and meticulous investigations, adeptly detecting and analyzing traffic anomalies across a wide spectrum of security incidents.

Dedication to swift and effective incident resolution, coupled with meticulous investigative approach, safeguarded clients from potential threats and ensured seamless continuity of their critical operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester UK
09.2012 - 07.2017

CompTia Security+

Reference

Available Upon request

Timeline

Incident Response Specialist

Enfield Council
05.2023 - Current

Incident Response Specialist

Deloitte Spain
03.2022 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2012 - 07.2017

CompTia Security+
Ridwan SHOWLYCybersecurity Specialist