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Simon Omowale

Simon Omowale

Cyber Security Analyst
Seattle ,Wa

Summary

Knowledgeable Soc Analyst with solid background in cybersecurity operations. Proven track record in identifying and mitigating security incidents while enhancing overall system integrity. Demonstrated expertise in threat analysis and incident response, leveraging advanced analytical skills and effective communication.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Soc Analyst

Lets Defend
Seattle , WA
09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Worked as a SOC Analyst in the SOC team, responsible for securing Lets-Defend's infrastructure, comprising 10,000+ clients and servers.
  • Acted as a first responder, analyzing incoming alarms on IBM QRadar to identify potential threats.
  • Followed established playbooks on Resilient SOAR to guide incident response processes.
  • Utilized SentinelOne EDR and Wazuh to investigate and validate alarms, determining whether they were true incidents or false positives.

Cybersecurity GRC Specialist

Baxter Clewis Cybersecurity
Dallas, TX
02.2024 - 01.2025
  • Prevented an estimated $1M in losses by resolving SAQ-A discrepancies and engaging 15 key stakeholders to address compliance gaps across eight countries
  • Reduced security incidents involving cardholder data by 26% through the implementation of engaging security awareness training programs
  • Decreased risk exposure by 28% through PCI DSS-aligned tokenization methods, enhancing the organization's data protection framework
  • Conducted comprehensive scoping assessments for Fortune 500 organizations, documenting cardholder data flows and preparing for PCI DSS audits, resulting in improved compliance readiness

Cybersecurity GRC Analyst

Plutten Ponics
Seattle , WA
03.2023 - 01.2024
  • Enhanced customer trust by implementing SSL/TLS encryption and integrating secure payment gateways, increasing online transaction security by 76%
  • Achieved a 50% improvement in third-party vendor cybersecurity compliance by managing risk assessments and audits
  • Developed a NIST-aligned risk management strategy, creating customized mitigation plans that safeguarded sensitive data and ensured operational continuity

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Oklahoma
Norman
01.2025 - 06.2025

Skills

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Projects

  • Designed and built a comprehensive SOC home lab to simulate real-world security operations, integrating tools such as SIEM (Splunk, QRadar), EDR solutions, and SOAR platforms; developed and tested custom playbooks and alert workflows, while conducting regular exercises to refine threat-hunting techniques and enhance technical expertise in monitoring, incident response, and advanced SOC processes..
  • Completed MasterCard Cybersecurity and AIG Shields Up programs, developing skills in cybersecurity, technical security awareness, data analysis, communication, and strategy. Gained expertise in problem-solving, design thinking, data presentation, and security awareness training to effectively address and mitigate cybersecurity threats.
  • Successfully completed the AIG Shields Up program, gaining hands-on expertise in Python, security engineering, and vulnerability triage. Developed dynamic skills in research, security advisory, software development, and solution architecture, enabling effective strategy implementation and proactive cybersecurity defense.

Certification

Google Cybersecurity Certificate, 01/01/24

Timeline

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Oklahoma
01.2025 - 06.2025
Google Cybersecurity Certificate, 01/01/24
10-2024

Google AI Essentials

10-2024

Soc Analyst

Lets Defend
09.2024 - 01.2025

Cisco Networking Basics

09-2024

Cyber Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Mastery Cyber Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Mastery

08-2024
Qualys Vulnerability Management Foundation, 01/01/24
06-2024

NIST SP 800-53

06-2024

Cybersecurity GRC Specialist

Baxter Clewis Cybersecurity
02.2024 - 01.2025

Cybersecurity GRC Analyst

Plutten Ponics
03.2023 - 01.2024
Simon OmowaleCyber Security Analyst