Security Engineer / Architect
About Candidate
Introduction:
Senior IT professional with 16 years of experience in IT operations, cybersecurity, risk management, and enterprise architecture. Expertise in vulnerability assessments, application security, compliance (GDPR, ISO27001, PCI DSS, DORA, NIST), and governance initiatives. Managed security infrastructure for telecom, financial, and retail organizations. Led large-scale ArcSight ESM implementations, RSA authentication migrations, and cybersecurity risk assessments. Experience in business development, identifying new opportunities, and managing client relationships. Strong background in network security, access control, and intrusion detection. Conducted penetration testing, security audits, and compliance reviews. Managed infrastructure across geographies, ensuring security best practices. Entrepreneurial experience in managing a hospitality business. Hands-on expertise in security tools, cloud security, and IT governance.
Responsibilities:
- Conducted vulnerability assessments using Nessus, Splunk, and Elastic.
- Performed application security risk assessments and compliance audits.
- Led governance and security policy implementation for organizations.
- Managed enterprise-wide security infrastructure, including RSA authentication and ArcSight ESM.
- Ensured compliance with GDPR, ISO27001, PCI DSS, and banking regulations.
- Conducted penetration testing and risk mitigation strategies.
- Provided cybersecurity consulting and incident response planning.
- Developed security frameworks and architecture for multinational clients.
- Led business development, securing new clients and partnerships.
- Managed IT support, troubleshooting, and hardware diagnostics.