Cyber Security Operations Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the cyber security operations opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for information security services to Deluxe business units worldwide with special emphasis on: Systems and Network Security.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Technical experience in general Information Security practices, TCP/IP networking and routing fundamentals, Unix/Linux system administration, network troubleshooting, intrusion detection/prevention
• Appropriate professional certifications such as CISP, CISM, CEH, GCIH, GCIA, and vendor technology certifications
• An individual willing to taking on new challenges, gain new skills and work collaboratively in a dynamic and rapidly growing team
• Familiar with emergency procedure protocols and regulatory interfaces
• Think through problems for logical solutions, and remain calm and professional under stress
• In-depth understanding of federal-wide security requirements, National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST), Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), current threats and security/privacy protection methodologies
• Experience with providing budget and forecasting inputs for managed team and handling ad hoc tasks such as developing procedures, security requirements, and statement of work (SoW)
• Federal government cybersecurity experience, especially in the civilian sector

Please consider me for the cyber security operations opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for guidance and advice to the CISO with regard to cyber security incidents, forensics, and incident response.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Strong analytical abilities, strong interpersonal skills, good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working within a validated environments (21 CFR Part 11)
• Experience with various Information Security products
• Hands on virtualization and AWS experience
• Experience in a large IT enterprise environment
• System & network good knowledge on components, protocols, design & integration (Hands-On)
• Hands-On experience in integration Security Products of leading Vendors (malware detection, Cyber Analytics, Cloud security, Forensic & more)
• Experience with technical resource management center OR DoD science and technology

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the cyber security operations position.

Previously, I was responsible for subject matter expertise in at least one operating system and deep skills in at least one technical security focus area (firewall, encryption, forensics, litigation and discovery support, penetration testing, disaster recovery, server configurations) or enterprise application (TPF, SAP, etc.).

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Tenable Security tools
• Acting as an independent controls officer, provide comprehensive risk and control oversight across Cyber Products and supporting Capabilities
• Assess the design adequacy and operational effectiveness of controls to mitigate cybersecurity risks and conformity to standards, regulatory and compliance requirements
• Demonstrate proficiency in supporting end-to-end Issue Management throughout its full lifecycle including identification, creation, tracking and closure
• Leveraging data analytics, conduct trend analysis to identify thematic issues, determine root causes, and design sustainable solutions to avoid issue recurrence
• Manage the creation and maintenance of Policies, Standards and Procedures to keep them evergreen and ensure alignment with industry leading practices and regulatory requirements
• Oversee Product resiliency and third-party supplier risk management activities
• Facilitate SDLC pre-implementation control design reviews (‘secure from the start’) and pre-audit readiness exercises

I am excited to be applying for the position of cyber security operations. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for technical analysis of existing and future systems, products and services and participate in benchmarking exercises to align security services with industry best practices.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Engage and partner with product teams and process owners to promote cross-functional relationships and foster collaborative approaches
• Knowledge of Cyber Operations including Threat Intelligence, Monitoring, Detection, Digital Forensics and Incident Response
• Understanding of software develop practices and Agile development methodologies
• Familiarity with industry-recognized frameworks (e.g., COBIT, FFIEC CAT, NIST CSF)
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CRISC)
• Experience managing direct, indirect, and outsourced resources
• Significant experience managing cyber security operations programs
• Demonstrated experience managing leading cyber security solutions, platforms, and technologies

I would like to submit my application for the cyber security operations opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for leadership to the Cyber Security Incident Response Team and the Digital Forensics team in the identification and implementation of the incident response and digital forensic strategies.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Strong business relationship building skills need within the organization at all levels
• Knowledge of PCS7/S7 and Allen Bradley systems
• Experience with oil and gas, refining, chemical and petrochemical industries preferred
• Hands-on experience in monitoring, triage analysis and incident management of real time security events
• Hands-on experience in the setup of SOC performance management framework
• Hands-on experience in the management and mentoring of a team of SOC security analyst
• Hands-on experience as part of an Computer Security Incident Response Team(CSIRT) and familiar with Computer Security Incident Response Framework
• Hands-on knowledge in the operation of Security Information Event Management System (SIEMS), Breach Detection System and Network Forensic System