Cybersecurity Analyst
ALEX
RIVERA

Defending digital systems with precision and vigilance.

Résumé
ALEX RIVERA
ALEX RIVERA
Cybersecurity Analyst
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About

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Cybersecurity analyst dedicated to protecting systems, networks, and data from digital threats. Passionate about identifying vulnerabilities, strengthening defenses, and ensuring organizational security compliance.

Areas of Focus
Network SecurityThreat AnalysisSIEM ToolsPenetration TestingIncident ResponseVulnerability AssessmentSecurity CompliancePython Scripting
Contact & Links
GitHub
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LinkedIn
LinkedIn
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Education

2018 — 2022

Bachelor of Cybersecurity

Toronto Metropolitan University

Toronto, ON

Studied network security, cryptography, and ethical hacking.

  • ◆Graduated with Honors
  • ◆Cybersecurity Excellence Award
  • ◆CTF Competition Winner
2016 — 2018

Diploma in Information Security

Seneca College

Toronto, ON

Focused on security fundamentals and risk management.

  • ◆Dean’s List
  • ◆Top Security Project Award
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Experience

Jun 2022 — Present

Cybersecurity Analyst

SecureNet Solutions

Protecting systems and data from evolving cyber threats.

  • ◆Monitored and analyzed security alerts and incidents.
  • ◆Implemented security measures to protect systems and data.
  • ◆Conducted vulnerability assessments and audits.
SIEMThreat DetectionIncident Response
May 2021 — May 2022

Junior Security Analyst

ShieldTech Corp

Supported security monitoring and analysis tasks.

  • ◆Assisted in monitoring network security events.
  • ◆Analyzed logs to identify suspicious activities.
  • ◆Supported incident response efforts.
Network SecurityLog AnalysisPython
Jan 2020 — Apr 2021

IT Security Intern

DataGuard Inc.

Gained foundational experience in cybersecurity practices.

  • ◆Assisted in vulnerability scanning and reporting.
  • ◆Helped maintain security documentation.
  • ◆Learned security best practices and tools.
Security ToolsNetworkingReporting
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Selected Work

Vulnerability Scanner
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Vulnerability Scanner

Developed a tool to scan and identify system vulnerabilities and generate detailed security reports.

PythonSecurity Tools
Security Monitoring Dashboard
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Security Monitoring Dashboard

Built a dashboard to monitor and analyze security events in real-time.

SIEMLog Analysis
Web App Security Audit
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Web App Security Audit

Conducted penetration testing to identify and report security flaws in web applications.

Penetration TestingNetworking
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Areas of Expertise

Network SecurityThreat AnalysisSIEM ToolsPenetration TestingIncident ResponseVulnerability AssessmentSecurity CompliancePython Scripting
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Impact & Community

Security Volunteer

CyberSafe Initiative

Provided basic security assessments for small organizations and nonprofits.

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CTF Participant

HackSec Community

Participated in capture-the-flag competitions to sharpen cybersecurity skills.

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Get in Touch

Open to new opportunities, collaborations, and conversations.

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