Gebremedhn Gebrehiwet
addis ababa
Summary
Results-driven information security professional with seven years of experience in IT security, intrusion analysis, and endpoint security. Expertise in developing and implementing robust security policies and managing risk assessments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills complemented by effective communication and collaboration capabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Security officer III(Senior IT Security Office)
berhan bank
addis ababa
05.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to safeguard bank information assets and infrastructure.
- Develop security awareness training program & train employers to safeguard their organization assets.
- Monitored network traffic and security logs using SIEM systems to detect and respond to security incidents promptly.
- Documented incidents and prepared reports for management review and action.
- Collaborated with IT and business units to ensure compliance with internal security policies and external regulations.
Trainee
Information Network Security Administrator (INSA)(INSA)
addis ababa
02.2025 - 02.2029
- Assisted in monitoring network security protocols and identifying vulnerabilities.
- Supported incident response efforts by documenting security incidents and actions taken.
- Collaborated with team members to assess network security tools and software.
- Participated in training sessions on emerging cybersecurity threats and solutions.
- Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles.
- Attended training sessions and meetings to learn new information and develop personal skills.
IT Security Officer
Addis International Bank S.C.
addis ababa
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities in systems.
- Developed security policies to protect sensitive information and data integrity.
- Monitored network traffic for unusual activities or security breaches.
- Provided training sessions on cybersecurity best practices for staff members.
- Responded to security incidents, performing investigations and mitigation efforts.
- Developed training materials related to information security best practices for end users across multiple departments.
- Developed and maintained security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure corporate information systems are secure.
- Conducted vulnerability scans using automated tools to identify areas of risk within the network infrastructure.
- Analyzed system risk to identify and implement appropriate security countermeasures.
Intrusion Analyst
Information Network Security Administrator(INSA)
addis ababa
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Conducted regular audits of network infrastructure and compliance standards.
- Monitored network traffic for suspicious activities and potential threats.
- Documented incident reports and assisted in threat analysis reports.
- Analyzed network traffic using Wireshark and tcpdump to identify potential security threats and malicious activities.
- Conducted intrusion analysis using Kali Linux and other security tools to identify and investigate suspicious network activity
- Investigated security incidents and provided technical support to resolve security breaches.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of national cyber security strategies and incident response protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Computer Engineering
Unversity of Gondar
Gondar07-2017
Skills
- Security policies
- Incident response
- Vulnerability assessment
- Security training
- Risk analysis
- Compliance management
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Network Security (Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS)
- Intrusion Analysis (Kali Linux, Wireshark, tcpdump)
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Cybersecurity awareness
Languages
tigrigna
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
amharic
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- ITIL v4 Foundation Certified
- Certification on Introduction to network in Addis Ababa university
- Certification on Switching ,Routing & Wireless essentials from Addis Ababa university
- Certification on Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation in Addis Ababa university
- certified professional Kaspersky endpoint security and management
- Ethical Hacking (Online Training & Certificate)
- IBM QRadar SIEM advanced topic
- cyber and information security management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Trainee
Information Network Security Administrator (INSA)(INSA)
02.2025 - 02.2029
IT Security officer III(Senior IT Security Office)
berhan bank
05.2023 - Current
IT Security Officer
Addis International Bank S.C.
06.2022 - 05.2023
Intrusion Analyst
Information Network Security Administrator(INSA)
02.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Computer Engineering
Unversity of Gondar
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