Hernalyn V.
Mid-Level IT Security Engineer
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Hernalyn V. has carved a niche in the IT security domain, serving as a seasoned IT Security Engineer with a focus on SOC operations, risk assessment, and compliance validation. Based in Manila, Philippines, Hernalyn brings specialized expertise in vulnerability management, endpoint and network security, access management, and security platform administration to the table. Currently at ProSource BPO since September 2021, she supports an Australia-based client by coordinating security operations, remediation activities, and technical updates. Her previous tenure at ICAP Management Services Ltd. as an IT SOC Analyst honed her skills in SIEM monitoring, cyber threat intelligence, and team leadership during management's absence. Hernalyn's foundational years at Asticom Technology and Aeon Credit Service Systems further enriched her capabilities in conducting security risk assessments and maintaining alignment with ISO 27001 and PCI DSS. She holds certifications like CCNA Security and ITIL V4, complementing her robust infrastructure security and network proficiency.
Experience
IT Security Engineer
ProSource BPO · 2021 — PresentEngaged in daily cybersecurity operations, which included the triage, review, and analysis of alerts across endpoint, network, email, and cloud security tools. Delivered remote security operations support for an Australia-based client, managing technical coordination and following up on security investigations. Managed enterprise security tools including endpoint protection, application control, security monitoring, patching, and cloud security controls. Facilitated remediation activities and coordinated operational updates with internal teams, technical stakeholders, and vendors.IT SOC Analyst
ICAP Management Services Ltd. · 2017 — 2021Served as the lead in the absence of the manager, overseeing SOC operations and prioritizing team activities. Evaluated and responded to security alerts, suspicious emails, network logs, and other sources of insight regarding network activity. Conducted SIEM monitoring, focusing on intrusion detection/prevention systems, infrastructure logs, Unix and Windows system logs, applications, and databases. Supported cybersecurity tasks, including malware analysis, cyber threat intelligence, and ServiceNow ticketing processes. Coordinated with technical teams on firewall definitions, security platform integrations, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and event logging.Information Security Analyst
Asticom Technology Inc. · 2017 — 2017Executed security risk assessments and proposed mitigation strategies prior to service deployment in production environments. Verified compliance with security mandates, confirmed remediation efforts, and worked together with system owners to control production risk levels. Conducted initial security assessments during project launches and coordinated firewall, integration, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing requirements.Information Security Officer / Administrator
Aeon Credit Service Systems (Philippines) Inc. · 2012 — 2017Oversaw the monitoring and maintenance of information security, aligning policies, procedures, and processes with business and regulatory standards including ISO 27001 and PCI DSS. Managed application control, WSUS patch management, SIEM, Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Scanning, and Access Control mechanisms. Administered access processes for joiners, leavers, and transfers, maintained access matrices, and supported privileged access requests and workflow approvals. Assisted with audits, conducted ad hoc investigations, carried out security awareness activities, risk assessments, breach investigations, and the implementation of corrective actions.Help Desk Engineer
Headstrong Philippines · 2010 — 2012Resolved incidents related to network and connectivity within SLA and offered support for conference room technology, telephony, projectors, and LCD equipment. Installed, configured, administered, and troubleshot Windows Server 2003/2008 R2, Windows XP, Microsoft Outlook, network printers, and user profiles. Managed Active Directory, Group Policy, SCCM software monitoring, and patch deployment, alongside backup monitoring, software audits, inventory, and remote support.Technical Support
Oasis Information System · 2009 — 2010Managed the installation, configuration, and updates of hotel Property Management Systems, and conducted database maintenance. Provided onsite client visits, presentations, and user training sessions.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Computer EngineeringTechnological Institute of the Philippines · 2001 — 2006
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