Joseph Boateng

Skills

Security Tools: Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel, ELK Stack, Nessus, Metasploit, KAPE, Sysmon, Wireshark
Platforms: Windows, Linux, pfSense, VMware/VirtualBox, Azure AD, AWS
Concepts: SOC Operations, GRC, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, NIST CSF, Vulnerability Management, Incident Response, Endpoint Hardening, MFA
Programming: Python (basic), Bash (basic scripting)
Professional Strengths:
• Analytical problem-solving and threat analysis
• Clear technical documentation and reporting
• Cross-functional collaboration with IT, compliance, and end users
• Risk-based decision-making and prioritization
• Adaptability in fast-paced, incident-driven environments
• Strong attention to detail and audit readiness

About

Cybersecurity Specialist with hands-on experience delivering vulnerability management, SIEM monitoring, penetration testing, and forensic triage in a regulated healthcare environment. Known for strong analytical thinking, clear technical communication, and cross-functional collaboration with IT, compliance, and clinical stakeholders. M.S. in Security Studies (Cybersecurity, May 2025) and CompTIA Security+ certified. Experienced in GRC practices, PCI-DSS and HIPAA compliance, risk assessments, and control alignment with NIST CSF. Proficient in deploying enterprise security tools (Splunk, QRadar, Nessus, Wireshark, KAPE) to detect, analyze, and remediate threats. Seeking to contribute technical expertise, sound judgment, and teamwork to SOC, vulnerability management, or GRC-focused security teams.