Contact: stella.ruzinov@gmail.com

Professional Profile

Results-driven information security professional skilled in security assessments, access controls, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to manage SIEM tools, remediate vulnerabilities, and lead teams to strengthen cybersecurity posture. Seeking to contribute to a dynamic organization focused on enhancing information security and compliance

Education

Maryville University, St. Louis, MO

 

• • Certificate of Completion: Cybersecurity

• • August 2020 – May 2023

• • Honor Designation: cum laude

Maryville University, St. Louis, MO

 

• • Degree: BS in Computer Science 
  •  Graduation: 08/2023
  • GPA: 3.7
  • Honor Designation: cum laude

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Key Skills

Cyber Security	Networking	Programming & Software
Ethical Hacking	Penetration Testing	Python
Malware Analysis	Network Security	C++
Project Management	Nifty PM	Swift
Digital Forensics	Firewalls	Linux
Database Security	VPNs	Windows
	JumpCloud	Mac
	Zendesk	Cloud Security
	VCITA	Adobe Photoshop
		Xcode Playground
		SQL
		R

Professional Experience

SOC Analyst / Team Leader | Cyvergance.AI                                                           June 2023 to October 2023

• Executed Comprehensive Log Analysis: Led detailed log analysis efforts, identifying and eliminating 98% of detected malware, significantly reducing the frequency of security incidents within the organization.
• Enhanced Phishing Response: Proactively monitored phishing mailboxes and threat feeds, leading to a 75% reduction in phishing incidents through swift identification and response to potential threats.
• Optimized SIEM Operations: Administered SIEM tools and Jump Cloud, resulting in a 60% improvement in incident response time, thereby enhancing the organization’s overall security posture.
• Strengthened Access Controls: Managed cloud-based ADFS, implementing stringent security policies that reduced unauthorized access attempts by 85%, ensuring a robust security environment.

Cybersecurity Specialist / Team Leader | Cyvergance.AI                                       March 2023 to June 2023

• Identified and Remediated Vulnerabilities: Uncovered critical vulnerabilities and developed actionable POAMs, leading to a 70% improvement in remediation timelines and overall security effectiveness.
• Conducted Rigorous Gap Analysis: Performed comprehensive gap analysis using NIST and ISO frameworks, achieving a 50% increase in compliance and fortifying the organization’s security posture.
• Advanced Threat Detection: Optimized Zendesk and SIEM dashboards, which improved threat detection capabilities by 40% and streamlined incident response processes.

Secured EdTech Platforms: Executed security testing on Metaversity EdTech platforms, identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities that enhanced platform security by 60%

Part-Time Student | Maryville University – St. Louis, MO                                  August 2020 to August 2023

• Conducted In-Depth Risk Analysis: Performed detailed network security assessments, leading to the development of effective mitigation strategies that strengthened the overall security framework.
• Developed Cybersecurity Policies: Created cybersecurity policies that improved organizational compliance by 40%, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
• Mastered Digital Forensics Tools: Gained proficiency in FTK software, successfully conducting forensic investigations that efficiently resolved security incidents.
• Enhanced Programming Capabilities: Developed expertise in multiple programming languages, including Python, C++, and SQL, applying these skills to improve the security and efficiency of cybersecurity projects.

Insurance Billing / Office Manager | Alexander Ayzenberg Dentistry PC              February 2014 to Present

• Streamlined Billing Processes: Improved the insurance billing process, reducing claim rejections by 25% and ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
• Resolved Software Issues Efficiently: Troubleshooted Open Dental software effectively, reducing downtime and enhancing office operational efficiency by 30%.
• Improved Claims Submission Accuracy: Accurately verified dental eligibility, increasing successful claims submissions by 20% and improving overall process efficiency.
• Enhanced Financial Management: Managed AP/AR and aging reports, optimizing financial tracking and ensuring timely payments, which contributed to the financial stability of the practice.

Education 

Bachelor of Science: Computer Science

 Maryville University

Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts

Kingsborough Community College

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Jump Cloud Core Certification  

Certified Splunk Certifications

Certified SAP Certification

Certified ISC² CC Online Self-Paced Training

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TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

  IA Security Tools: SIEM Tools (e.g., Splunk, Jump Cloud), FTK (Forensic Tool Kit)

  Software: Open Dental, Zendesk, Metaversity EdTech

 Languages: Python | C++ | R | Java | Swift | SQL

  Ticketing Tools: ServiceNow, JIRA

Frameworks: NIST, ISO

 

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