Data Security Cover Letter

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for advisory, administrative, and project-based services related to the security capabilities embedded within the Office 365 platform with an emphasis on business process design of Azure Information Protection (AIP/MIP), Microsoft Cloud App Security (MCAS), Advanced Threat Protection suite (ATP), Data Loss Protection (DLP), Intune, and Azure Active Directory.

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:

• Experience of working with QSAa and other security professionals
• Knowledge of information security standards and controls (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001/27002 ), rules and regulations related to information security and data confidentiality and desktop, server, application, database, network security principles for risk identification and analysis
• Knowledge of security methods like certificates, symmetrical / asymmetrical encryption
• Understanding of different means of attacking communication systems including Man in the Middle, DDoS, script injection
• Works with business colleagues to review RFPs, RFIs , and provides security and risk-related input into proposals
• In-depth knowledge of ITAR, Cyber Essential, DFAR’s as pertain to the Aerospace & Defense industry
• Previous experience of the regulatory environment underpinning aerospace & defense industries
• Disaster Recovery planning, strong PC skills, organization, communications and interpersonal skills

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for advisory, administrative, and project-based services related to the security capabilities embedded within the M365 platform with an emphasis on business process design and deployment of Azure Information Protection (AIP\MIP), Microsoft Cloud App Security (MCAS), Data Loss Protection (DLP), and Insider Risk Management (IRM).

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:

• Provide after hours and emergency support as needed
• General knowledge of various security components including firewalls, IDS/IPS and SIEM solutions
• Good understanding of the dependencies that exist between systems, servers, storage, database, and network based components
• General knowledge of computer forensic procedures including preservation, collection, analysis, and reporting
• Good understanding of the dependencies that exist between systems, servers, and network based components
• Knowledge of securing cloud based applications
• Prior experience in data classification and protection
• CISM or CISSP certification preferred

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for advisory services related to improving an enterprise’s experience in utilizing the embedded security features within Office 365 including data loss protection, information protection, security incident management, advanced threat protection, and Azure information protection.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Collaborate with internal groups (DC Engineering , DC Operations, ) and outside groups (Vendors, Emergency Services, ) as they relate to daily operations
• Considerable knowledge of laws and practices of investigations and workplace safety
• Professional certification such as CISSP or other security related certification is preferred
• Knowledge of data security solutions
• Familiarity with how endpoints are deployed either via hardware or virtual deployment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft and/or *nix operating systems
• Good understanding of multiple networking protocols (TCP/IP, NetBIOS ) and networking concepts including local networks and wireless networks, and how these are utilized at the endpoints
• Understanding of OS and network security

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for monitoring and information gathering for travel security, key asset protection, executive protection, and enterprise security functions.

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:

• ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and/or Physical Security Professional (PSP) certifications
• Previous Safety & Security management experience in a Data Center environment
• Lead the effort to identify and document all key sources of information used by the business to ensure it is classified, protected and controlled in an effective manner
• Leverage a comprehensive working knowledge of encryption and guide decisions for when and how it will be used within the organization
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic roadmap to drive security related improvements throughout the enterprise
• Work with all major business units to ensure information security best practices are integrated into all applicable facets of the business
• Find and develop security solutions to address the security related challenges our business might face either now or in the future
• Work with other members of the Information Security team to lead the effort to drive security related improvements and projects

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for support with four or more of the following areas: Information Security Risk Assessment, Data Protection and Privacy Impact Assessment, Data Classification, Information Governance, Enterprise Information Security Strategy, Compliance Monitoring and User Awareness campaign, Data Leakage/Content Monitoring and Filtering, Data Encryption, and Compliance Readiness, such as PCI and HIPAA.

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

• ITIL Foundations or Service Management Knowledge
• Security guards and incident management
• Considerable knowledge of state of the art security technology including access control & CCTV
• Cisco Switches (Catalyst, Nexus)
• Cisco Firepower
• Bluecoat Proxy and Antivirus
• VMWare ESX / NSX
• Pulse Secure