Irv S.
Junior Information Security Analyst
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Irv S. is an IT Graduate with a comprehensive background in information technology and security. Holding a National Diploma in Information Technology, he has accumulated four years of diverse experience in the tech industry. His most recent role was as an Information Systems Operator at Automated Outsourcing Services, where he was responsible for monitoring systems and servers, integrating equipment, and ensuring data security through creating backups and responding to system errors. Previously, Irv served in the Department of e-Goverment, first as an intern, then as a Senior Admin Officer in Information Security. His duties included performing vulnerability testing, conducting risk analyses, and managing local and wide area networks along with VPNs and firewalls. He possesses strong technical skills in C# and VB.NET application development, as well as expertise in system analysis and design, network administration, and project management.
Experience
Information Systems Operator
Automated Outsourcing Services · 2020 — 2021Monitored systems, servers, and processes according to the working environment requirements. Recorded, updated, and documented activities as per business SOP. Entered commands via computer terminal and activated controls, configuring and maintaining peripheral equipment. Created backups for disaster recovery while addressing program error messages by troubleshooting or terminating affected programs. Executed normal and cyclical operational tasks following established procedures.Senior Admin Officer: Information Security
Department of e-Gov · 2017 — 2018Conducted vulnerability testing, risk analyses, and security assessments. Developed specifications for local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), virtual private networks (VPN), routers, firewalls, and associated network devices. Responded promptly to security incidents and carried out thorough post-event analyses. Communicated information security concepts and ideas in a business-friendly manner suitable for the target audience.Information Security
Department of e-Gov · 2016 — 2017Assisted in creating a high-speed broadband network linking the government with citizens. Gained a comprehensive understanding of the department's technology and information systems. Performed regular system tests and ensured ongoing network security monitoring. Controlled access to IT systems based on personnel needs and roles, while maintaining Anti-Virus software through updates, troubleshooting, and cleaning infected devices.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- National Diploma in Information TechnologyNational Diploma · 2012 — 2015
- High School DiplomaMatladi Project High School · — — 2011
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