Makeia J.

Experience

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  United States Army Reserve

  Sept 2002 - May 2011

  Dental Assistant/Dental Laboratory Technician
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  Corsica Technologies

  May 2018 - Mar 2020

  • Offered Unbiased Client Solutions: Provided clients with impartial findings to mitigate their risks and align their practices with the industry's best standards.• Knowledge Integration: Thoroughly grasp Corsica's offerings and assess how they can be leveraged to minimize client risks effectively.• Compliance Interpretation: Proficiently interpreted compliance requirements, focusing on CMMC, NIST series, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and CJIS standards.• Risk Assessment: Conducted comprehensive risk assessments aligned with project scopes, translating custom requirements into actionable deliverables.• Client Needs Communication: Communicated client needs in practical terms, facilitating tailored solutions.• Audit Execution and Documentation: Executed external audit procedures, created audit work papers, and generated audit reports that accurately reflect the outcomes of the audit process, collaborating with IT Auditors when necessary.• Audit Findings Reporting: Presented audit findings and made recommendations to rectify unsatisfactory conditions, contributing to enhanced compliance and risk management.• Policy Adherence: Ensured that audit work adheres to established policies and procedures, upholding the highest standards of quality and integrity. Show less 🔒 Proactively monitored and meticulously analyzed security events and alerts, employing diverse cutting-edge tools and technologies, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and advanced endpoint security platforms.🕵️ Conducted in-depth investigations into security incidents to pinpoint their root causes and assess their impact, formulating and implementing corrective actions to fortify defenses against future incidents.🚨 Rapidly responded to critical security breaches and incidents, orchestrating seamless coordination with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to contain and resolve these incidents, minimizing potential damage swiftly.📑 Spearheaded the creation and upkeep of meticulous documentation, archiving comprehensive records of security incidents, investigations, and incident responses, ensuring organizational transparency and compliance.🤝 Acted as a trusted cybersecurity advisor within the organization, offering invaluable guidance and unwavering support to various teams, facilitating the adoption of robust cybersecurity best practices, and enhancing overall incident response readiness.🤝 Collaborated seamlessly with fellow SOC team members, contributing to the ongoing development and seamless implementation of cutting-edge security controls and processes, fostering a proactive security posture. Show less

  • Cyber Audit and Compliance Analyst

    Sept 2019 - Mar 2020

  • SOC Cyber Security Analyst

    May 2018 - Sept 2019
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  Cybrary

  Jun 2019 - Oct 2021

  ✍️ Authored and edited cybersecurity-focused content catering to diverse audiences, including technical experts, students, and the general public.🔍 Conducted in-depth research on cybersecurity trends, threats, and best practices.📝 Crafted compelling and precise content, adhering to established style guidelines.🤝 Collaborated closely with subject matter experts and team members to maintain content accuracy and relevance.💡 Contributed ideas and strategies for new content development.📚 Actively engaged in content review and editing, ensuring top-notch quality and consistency.📊 Analyzed analytics data to assess content effectiveness and identify enhancement opportunities.🚀 Assisted in the promotion and distribution of content across various channels. Show less

  • Cybrary Content Writer

    Nov 2020 - Oct 2021

  • Cybrary Training Assistant

    Jun 2019 - Oct 2021
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  Level Up In Tech

  May 2021 - Nov 2021

  Associate AWS Coach

  🚀 Guided and mentored students through the Level Up In Tech curriculum, offering essential support and guidance throughout their learning journey.🔬 Orchestrated interactive technical learning experiences, including hands-on labs and project work, to foster a practical understanding of complex concepts.📊 Conducted bi-weekly progress assessments, delivering valuable feedback on coursework and project performance to help students excel.📚 Prepared students for certification exams by orchestrating comprehensive review and preparation sessions to boost their confidence and readiness.🤝 Offered personalized, one-on-one technical mentorship to students, aiding them in navigating the curriculum and tackling challenging projects with ease.📈 Managed and maintained meticulous records of student progress, ensuring consistent updates and transparent communication with program leadership. Show less

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  Academy of Richmond County High School

  Aug 2021 - Oct 2021

  CTAE Cyber & Infomation Technology Educator

  • Educated high school students with a focus on Cybersecurity and Networking Fundamentals• Created comprehensive lesson plans and instructional materials to facilitate effective student learning experiences.

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  Corsica Technologies

  Nov 2021 - Feb 2023

  Audit and Compliance Services Analyst

  • Offered Unbiased Client Solutions: Provided clients with impartial findings to mitigate their risks and align their practices with the industry's best standards.• Knowledge Integration: Thoroughly grasp Corsica's offerings and assess how they can be leveraged to minimize client risks effectively.• Compliance Interpretation: Proficiently interpreted compliance requirements, focusing on CMMC, NIST series, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and CJIS standards.• Risk Assessment: Conducted comprehensive risk assessments aligned with project scopes, translating custom requirements into actionable deliverables.• Client Needs Communication: Communicated client needs in practical terms, facilitating tailored solutions.• Audit Execution and Documentation: Executed external audit procedures, created audit work papers, and generated audit reports that accurately reflect the outcomes of the audit process, collaborating with IT Auditors when necessary.• Audit Findings Reporting: Presented audit findings and made recommendations to rectify unsatisfactory conditions, contributing to enhanced compliance and risk management.• Policy Adherence: Ensured that audit work adheres to established policies and procedures, upholding the highest standards of quality and integrity. Show less

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  Corning Incorporated

  Feb 2023 - Jan 2024

  Senior Cybersecurity Compliance Specialist