| Contact Information | |
| Name: | Lenin Aboagye |
| Email: | leninsoft (at) gmail (dot) com [email concealed] |
| Location: | Phoenix, Arizona, United States |
| Resume | |
| Position/Title: | Security Consultant |
| Resume: |
LENIN ABOAGYE _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7006 West Irwin Ave. Laveen, AZ 85339 (602) 326-0357 leninsoft (at) gmail (dot) com [email concealed] OBJECTIVE: To utilize my skills and expertise as an accomplished, results-driven Information Security Specialist with experience leading and contributing to an organization’s information security program, policies, procedures and standards. Experienced in systems, network and Web security. Learn, mentor, share knowledge and provide expertise. EDUCATION: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI Double Major: B.A. in Computer Science & Math May 2005 Graduated Magna Cum Laude GPA: 3.85 COMPUTER Programming Languages: SKILLS: Java, C++, Html, Cascading Style Sheets, Visual Basic, JavaScript, XML DTD/Schema, XSL, XSLT Extensible Markup Language (XML), SQL, PHP, .NET, Transact-SQL/Stored Procedures, ADO ActiveX, COM & COM+, C# & ASP.NET, Shell Scripting Other Skills: Networking, System Administration, System Analysis and Design Applications: Microsoft Office Suite, Visual Studio, Macromedia Studio MX, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Speech SDK 4.0+ Security Applications: Paros Proxy, Cain and Abel, tcpdump, Webscarab, Fiddler, Nessus, Nmap, Whisker,WebInspect, Netcat Metasploit Framework Operating Systems: Microsoft WINDOWS Microsoft DOS UNIX: Redhat Linux, Fedora EXPERIENCE: Security Consultant March 2007-September 2007 Accuvant, Phoenix,AZ • Performed Application and Network Security Assessments for Accuvant’s clients • Developed methodology for the use, testing, implementation and deployment of Web Application Firewalls (WAF) for some of Accuvant’s clients. • Conducted several small, medium and large scale engagements for several clients • Helped customize recommended solutions to client’s infrastructure and architecture • Helped developed security coursework material for software developers, IT managers and network specialists EXPERIENCE: Information Technology Security Specialist August 2005-March 2007 Arizona Department of Education, Phoenix,AZ • Proposed the adoption of security standards to upper management • Led penetration testing for system, network and Web environments • Provided blueprint for Business Analysis group’s security requirements • Developed security checklist for .NET applications for Development team • Trained and led Data management group in performing risk analysis • Helped develop IT security policies and procedures • Major contributor in the creation of IT password standards policy • Designed and implemented methodology for testing software applications security • Established IT Security analysis and testing program • Developed manuals and training programs for Security Assessment team • Created IT Security Assessment security policy and process • Participant at Corporate Security Officer Executives’ Secure Software Forum • Performed and analyzed security on all IT projects Quality Assurance Analyst Specialist August 2005-March 2007 Arizona Department of Education, Phoenix,AZ • Provided recommendations on required updates to DTD/XML schema structure • Wrote test plans and test cases for SAIS [Student Accountability Information Systems] projects • Provided training on ADE’s SAIS application to QA team • Presented new SAIS transactions to Business units • Assigned and provided supervision on SAIS projects to team members • Performed Analysis and Troubleshooting on SAIS Issues • Analyzed and assessed Web applications for security vulnerabilities • Created Beta/Regression testing • Performed Security and Functional testing of Web Applications • Designed and developed tool to check validity of links on webpages Institutional Research Application Developer August 2002 – July 2005 Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI • Co-wrote report processing applications for Institutional Assessment using VB and ADO • Designed , maintained and improved database efficiency and security • Tested Applications for functionality and Security • Responsible for managing security for developed applications and sensitive data(student data) • Utilized multiple APIs to aid varying users to interface with networked applications • Reduced processing time for processing and release of reports from 2 weeks to a 1-day release process. • Debugged ,modified , rewrote software and provided support for in-house Software Applications • Designed and developed software to aid in processing College of Business reports Computer Research Assistant January 2003 – May 2005 Math/Computer Science Department, Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI • Administrated and configured telnet, ssh, ftp and other services for MT/CS department Linux servers. • Supervised labs for System Software class • Helped make lab manuals for System Software, Networking and Computer Architecture courses. • Built, administrated and configured Apache Webserver, IIS, mysql and php servers for Windows & Linux for MT/CS department. • Performed system analysis and development of a database based quiz software for Quiz purposes using php and mysql. • Managed Security of Databases , Servers , Student Applications and Data • Assisted in the development of an accounting payroll system using Microsoft Access and VBA Internship July 2003-August 2003 Waddell & Reed, Brookfield, WI • Developed database software to customize client info. retrieved from the internet • Received training in the rudiments of financial planning, insurance, and mutual funds • Shadowed financial advisers in their daily activities • Researched and reported findings on issues pertaining to investments of clients Website Tester July 2003-August 2003 Public Relations Department, Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI • Performed website testing and provided recommendations on Cardinal Stritch University Website before final release. Independent Web designer July 2004-August 2005 • Developed website for Arlene’s Travel (http://www.arlenestravel.com) • Designed Website for 50+ Wewin (http://myfiftypluswewin.org) LEADERSHIP: President, Math Club (2001-2003) • Helped in establishment of club and increased membership by about seventy percent • Successfully managed the club’s activities through organization of trips to science museums and participation in Math Association of America conferences. Team Manager, Men’s Basketball Team (2001-2003) • Motivated team members through advice and encouragement • Helped in training through participation in play demonstrations ACTIVITIES: Milwaukee Rescue Mission Campus Ministry Multicultural Activities Math Club (2001-2003) International Students Club (2002-2003) Men’s Soccer (2002-2003) HONORS: Best Graduating Computer Science Student (’05) Anna and Marie Kohl Scholarship (’03) Dean’s List (’01-’03) National Dean’s List (’01-’05) International Student Scholarship (’01-’05) Kappa Gamma Pi (’05) Delta Epsilon Sigma (’04-’05) |