Overview
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Darel Leong

IT Professional

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Security Intern

Accenture
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Assisted in the implementation of security measures and monitoring tools.
  • Conducted initial triage of security alerts and escalated incidents as necessary.
  • Participated in the development of incident response plans and procedures.
  • Supported the IT team in routine maintenance and security updates of servers and network devices.

Key Achievements:

  • Developed a script to automate vulnerability scanning, reducing manual effort by 50%.
  • Assisted in a phishing awareness campaign that improved employee awareness and reduced successful phishing attempts by 20%.

Projects

Network Security Enhancement Project

  • Conducted a comprehensive analysis of network vulnerabilities and implemented advanced security measures, resulting in a 40% improvement in network security.

Cloud Security Implementation

  • Led the deployment of cloud security solutions on AWS, ensuring compliance with industry standards and improving the overall security posture of the cloud infrastructure.

Cybersecurity Consultant

PSA
06.2019 - 12.2020
  • Provided cybersecurity consulting services to a range of clients, focusing on risk assessments, compliance, and security strategy development.
  • Implemented security solutions and conducted security architecture reviews to ensure client systems met industry standards.
  • Assisted clients in responding to and recovering from security incidents, minimizing damage and downtime.

Key Achievements:

  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive security strategy for a major financial institution, resulting in a 25% reduction in security vulnerabilities.
  • Conducted a series of security workshops for clients, increasing awareness and understanding of cybersecurity best practices.

Information Security Analyst

Siemens
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Implement and manage security measures to protect the organization’s computer networks and systems.
  • Monitor network traffic for security breaches and respond to incidents promptly.
  • Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability testing to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Develop and update security policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Coordinate with IT teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into system designs.
  • Provide security training and awareness programs for employees.
  • Prepare and present reports on security incidents and compliance status to management.

Key Achievements:

  • Successfully reduced security incidents by 30% through proactive monitoring and threat detection.
  • Led a project to implement a new SIEM solution, enhancing the organization’s ability to detect and respond to security threats.
  • Conducted a comprehensive security audit that resulted in achieving ISO 27001 certification.

Education

Diploma in Infocomm And Security - Infocomm & Security

Nanyang Polytechnic
Singapore
04.2001 -

Skills

Technical Skills

Timeline

Information Security Analyst

Siemens
01.2021 - 05.2023

Cybersecurity Consultant

PSA
06.2019 - 12.2020

IT Security Intern

Accenture
06.2018 - 01.2019

Diploma in Infocomm And Security - Infocomm & Security

Nanyang Polytechnic
04.2001 -
Darel LeongIT Professional