An Aspiring Cybersecurity Professional bridging Risk Analysis, Secure Development, and Threat Mitigation

Contact:

• Email: hjones0973@gmail.com
• Phone: email me for contact info
• Location: Olivette, MO

Highly motivated aspiring cybersecurity professional leveraging a strong foundation in risk analysis, compliance, and secure web development to proactively defend digital landscapes. Passionate about dissecting threats, fortifying systems against vulnerabilities, and championing security best practices across technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proven ability to implement secure authentication protocols, safeguard sensitive data, and conduct thorough financial risk assessments, poised to contribute immediately to a dynamic cybersecurity team.

Core:

• Security Concepts: Risk Management, Vulnerability Assessment, Threat Analysis, Incident Response, Security Awareness Training

Networking & Security Tools:

• Wireshark, Nmap, Metasploit (Basic Familiarity), Burp Suite (Basic Familiarity)

Identity & Access Management (IAM):

• JWT (Implementation Experience), OAuth, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Operating Systems:

• Linux (Command Line Proficiency), Windows Server

Programming & Scripting:

• Python (Scripting for Automation), Java, Bash

Treasured Chest — LaunchCode Capstone Project | January 2024 - August 2024 | Cybersecurity-Focused Web Application Development

• Spearheaded the development of robust and secure authentication mechanisms utilizing JWT-based authentication and session management to protect user credentials and application access.
• Implemented comprehensive data protection strategies for sensitive user information, ensuring adherence to security best practices and mitigating potential data breaches.
• Architected and deployed role-based access control (RBAC) to enforce the principle of least privilege and prevent unauthorized access to critical application functionalities.
• Leveraged a modern tech stack including React, Node.js, Express, SQL, and Tailwind CSS to build a secure and scalable web application.

Audit Analyst — Bank of America | June 2021 - September 2023 | Risk Analysis & Compliance

• Diligently conducted risk assessments across various financial processes to proactively identify potential vulnerabilities related to fraud, regulatory non-compliance, and data security.
• Actively participated in data security reviews, meticulously ensuring that critical financial reports maintained the highest standards of security, integrity, and accuracy.
• Skillfully analyzed high-volume financial transactions to detect anomalies and suspicious patterns indicative of emerging cyber threats, including phishing attempts, fraudulent activities, and potential data breaches.

Mortgage Specialist — US Bank | January 2020 - May 2021 | Compliance & Data Integrity

• Ensured strict compliance with key financial security regulations, including PCI DSS and SOC 2, safeguarding sensitive customer data during digital transactions.
• Collaborated closely with lenders to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks associated with digital financial transactions, reinforcing data integrity and security protocols.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity (In Progress)
• CompTIA Security+ (Targeted Completion: May 2025) - Demonstrating foundational cybersecurity knowledge.
• LaunchCode, Web Development - Acquired practical experience in secure coding principles and web application security. (2024)
• Commercial Vehicle Training Association, Master Level Instructor Certification - Developed strong communication and training skills, valuable for security awareness initiatives.

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I'm looking to collaborate on preservation projects and coding study groups in the St. Ann area of St. Louis, MO, in 2024. Feel free to reach out!

• Email: naturesmelanin@gmail.com