Consultant, Cyber Security Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for consultant, cyber security, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for a single point of contact for technical security issues and security incidents related to the detection of and response to Cyber Security threats.

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:

• Hands on experience in managing Firewall rules, ACLs, and design of rules in an enterprise
• Experience on developing network and security architecture
• Experience with ICS-CERT 210W - Cybersecurity for Industrial Control Systems, DHS CSET Evaluations, NIST SP 800-82
• Familiarity with backup software for networked servers
• Familiarity with Programable Logic Controllers (PLC) and SCADA system cyber security
• Red Tiger Security – SCADA Security
• ISO 27001 Certificate
• Related certifications Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) would be an asset

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for guidance to management by recommending security technologies and solutions that fortify UCLA Health Sciences’ IT Security posture and address regulatory and privacy requirements.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Performing Infrastructure VAPT
• Performing Web Application VAPT
• Performing Secure Source code review
• Expertise in automated and manual VAPT tools such as WebInspect, Acunetix, AppScan, Nessus, Kali Linux/ BackTarck, CoreImpact, MetaSploit, Burp Suite, CSRF Tester, SQL Map, SSL Scan, Echo Mirage
• Mobile App Security Assessment
• Knowledge and understanding of security engineering, systems and network security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography, and application security
• Intense curiosity and interest in information and cyber security
• Experience with multiple programming languages (such as, C++, Java), especially scripting languages (such as, Python, Ruby, etc)

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

Previously, I was responsible for support for 1st tier Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst in troubleshooting cyber-security events, alerts and incidents reporting to the SOC.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience in the capabilities and/or configuration of cyber security controls, specifically those relating to firewalls, , intrusion detection systems, access control, authentication, anti-virus/anti-malware, patching and hotfix, logging
• Familiarity with cryptography and hashing
• Proven record of balancing business need and benefit vs
• Basic understanding of secure coding practices and standard code defect issues such as un-validated input, SQL injection, X-Site Scripting, hard coded credentials, and their implications to system security state
• A proactive, challenge-driven, resolute person
• Familiar with basic concepts of Security and Security Operations
• Strong demonstrated experience in cyber security to include practices/methodologies, associated technologies, application design and development and/or experience in an operational environment
• Intermediate network administration knowledge (TCP/IP, firewalls, routers)

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for insider threat support to security operations and incident response teams in advance of and during cyber security incidents.

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

• Intermediate understanding of security design and architecture, Cloud Security, Active Directory/LDAP, and computer virtualization
• Extensive demonstrated experience in cyber security to include practices/methodologies, associated technologies, application design and development and/or experience in an operational environment
• Advanced networking administration knowledge (TCP/IP, firewalls, web and email gateways, cloud security, routers)
• Experienced with implementing and supporting Continuous Integration (CI) tool, Jenkins, for automated build, testing, and deployments
• Familiarity with common network protocols (DNS, SMTP, HTTP, DHCP, NTP, SSH, and RDP)
• Knowledge and experience of the cyber threat landscape including APT, ransomware, cybercrime, phishing
• Knowledge of and hands-on experience with PCI audits and PCI attestations
• At least one other Security, Risk or IT certification

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

Previously, I was responsible for strategic cyber security consulting and thought leadership in cyber security area for various enterprise clients.

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

• IBM Appscan experience is an advantage
• Certifications, including OSCP and OSCE
• Professional VAPT experience
• Strong knowledge of National and European security standards, rules and regulation
• Strong experience with data communication network design and security fundamentals
• Strong experience in cyber security risk assessments
• Knowledge of security testing standards, strategies and tools
• Experience in outlining, writing, and delivering service proposals, whether in response to utility client requests (e.g., RFPs) or through unsolicited business development activity