Saad Khaleel
Chicago,IL
Summary
A fully certified CompTIA CySA+ Technology Professional and emerging Cybersecurity Analyst with expertise in cybersecurity analysis, threat monitoring, incident response, SIEM tools, and network security. Demonstrated ability to perform in high-stress, deadline-driven environments with a proactive approach to securing IT infrastructures and mitigating risks.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Security Associate
Space 519 The Lunchroom
10.2019 - Current
- Strengthened POS system security by monitoring and safeguarding transactions to ensure secure payment processing
- Conducted routine network infrastructure checks, maintaining system integrity and minimizing vulnerabilities
Cybersecurity Analyst Intern
Per Scholas
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted vulnerability assessments, implemented risk mitigation strategies, and enhanced overall security posture
- Monitored and analyzed security events using SIEM tools, including Splunk, to detect and respond to threats
- Collaborated with peers on compliance frameworks such as HIPAA and NIST, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards
IT Security Assistant
Gundis Kurdish Kitchen
08.2014 - 07.2019
- Upgraded network infrastructure with Cisco routers, implementing packet filtering to enhance security
- Managed and monitored XN POS systems, safeguarding data and ensuring secure transactions
Education
Bachelor - Cybersecurity And Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2026
Master of IT - Cybersecurity Analyst
Per Scholas
New York, NY10-2024
Certificate - Cybersecurity Analyst
Google
San Francisco, CA11-2023
Certificate - Cybersecurity Analyst
IBM
San Francisco, CA09-2023
Skills
- Active Directory
- Software Installation
- OS Configuration
- Hardware Setup
- Troubleshooting
- Splunk
- SIEM Tools
- Email Phishing
- Linux
- PowerShell
- Firewalls
- VPNs
- IDS/IPS
- EDR
- Disk Encryption
- Incident Response
- Microsoft Azure
- Packet Capture Analysis
- DHCP
- DNS
- LAN Design
- Configuration
- Troubleshooting
- Scripting (Python, Bash)
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cybersecurity Analyst Intern
Per Scholas
07.2024 - 10.2024
IT Security Associate
Space 519 The Lunchroom
10.2019 - Current
IT Security Assistant
Gundis Kurdish Kitchen
08.2014 - 07.2019
Bachelor - Cybersecurity And Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Master of IT - Cybersecurity Analyst
Per Scholas
Certificate - Cybersecurity Analyst
Google
Certificate - Cybersecurity Analyst
IBM
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