Dadeh Jallah
Lawrenceville
Summary
Detail-oriented IT Security Analyst with advanced expertise in cybersecurity frameworks and threat mitigation strategies. Profound knowledge of network security, coupled with expertise in vulnerability management, penetration testing, and leading security assessment tools. Identified and remedied 250+ system vulnerabilities, reducing potential attack surface by 25% and implemented new SIEM solution, reducing incident response time by 30%. Well-versed in compliance and successfully manage IT security applications, delivering strategic solutions. Recognized for outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with all levels within organizations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Security Analyst (Contract Through Panasonic)
Open Systems Inc.
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Successfully identified and mitigated 200+ potential security threats in past year, achieving 85%% resolution rate and significantly reducing system downtime.
- Directed network security operations, implementing threat prevention strategies, reducing security incidents by 20%, and identifying root causes to mitigate future risks.
- Analyzed impact of security breaches on data and infrastructure, evaluated recovery options, and advised on long-term mitigation strategies, ensuring rapid and secure restoration.
- Developed and maintained Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity documentation, supporting system accreditation and compliance efforts.
- Developed company security policies, strengthening data protection protocols and reducing risk of data breaches.
- Created and implemented security procedures, policies, and testing protocols, improving incident response time by 26% and reducing compliance audit findings by 50%.
Information Security Analyst
Airgas
02.2018 - 06.2024
- Monitored compliance of 10+ information systems post-ATO, identifying and resolving security gaps.
- Compiled and submitted 15+ Authorization Packages (SSP, POA&M, SAR), enabling timely ATO renewals and maintaining 100% continuous system compliance.
- Designed and executed penetration testing strategy, uncovering security vulnerabilities and leading to enhanced security measures with 0 compliance violations in follow-up audits.
- Identified security and compliance gaps, developed targeted remediation strategies, and advised IT leadership on compliance standards aligned with NIST, ISO 27001, SOX, FISMA, COBIT, GDPR, and FedRAMP.
Information Security Analyst
Evergreen Medical
11.2015 - 12.2018
- Conducted manual log reviews, creating and delivering documentation standards and guidelines to process owners and management for improved security and compliance.
- Trained 40+ team members on cybersecurity best practices, creating engaging material that contributed to 20% increase in security policy compliance.
- Led data governance teams to safeguard confidentiality of medical records, implementing new security protocols that reduced risks of data breaches and compliance violations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Moorhead, MN02-2005
Skills
- Security compliance
- Network security
- Risk management
- Data protection
- Policy development
- Vulnerability assessment
- Security awareness
- Team leadership
- Documentation standards
- Regulatory compliance
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Threat intelligence analysis
- Security awareness training
- Encryption technologies
- ACL audit exchange
- Biometric security systems
- Two-factor authentication
- Business continuity planning
- Penetration testing
- Information security policies
- Compliance monitoring
- Wireless network security
- Incident response management
- Database security
- Security information systems
- Intrusion detection
- Security audits
- Problem-solving
- Data protection strategies
- Business continuity
- Antivirus software proficiency
- Cloud security
- Security monitoring
- Phishing detection
- Attention to detail
- Threat intelligence
- Cyber threat analysis
- Cybersecurity frameworks
Certification
- CISSP - Certified Information System Security Professional
- CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor
- CompTIA Security
Additional Information
Technical Skills: Computer Vision, Data Center, Python, Cloud, SaaS, Java, Windows 10, Linux, Archer, Microsoft Office applications
Skills
Timeline
IT Security Analyst (Contract Through Panasonic)
Open Systems Inc.
06.2023 - 03.2025
Information Security Analyst
Airgas
02.2018 - 06.2024
Information Security Analyst
Evergreen Medical
11.2015 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Minnesota State University, Mankato