Brian Baraka
Shekilango,02
Summary
Self-driven hard-working individual with 6 years' experience of work at CRDB BANK. Initially worked as Core Banking systems Operation officer and currently working as a Cyber Security specialist. Top-notch system analysts with hands-on Information systems auditing and ethical hacking skills. Focused to enhance Information security and compliance within the organization. Passionate and eager to learn and determined to positively impact my work place.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialist Cyber Security
CRDB
01.2022 - Current
- Participated in the security incident and response committee as well as aiding in the investigation process
- Deployed and administer Microsoft E5 Security Solutions suite such as M365 Defender XDR, Microsoft Purview/DLP and Microsoft Sentinel.
- Administration of Enterprise Anti-malware solutions ESET, EDR and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and servers.
- Providing and enforcing Multi-factor Authentication to systems used within CRDB as part of Security baseline and provision of Onespan OTP to users.
- Collaborated with SOC team in identifying threats and vulnerabilities raised from day-to-day security reports and taking remediation efforts.
- Enforcing the appropriate level of data protection for the organization data through Data Loss prevention systems such as Microsoft DLP and Symantec DLP.
- Enforcing database security by Implementing preventive and detective controls and tools on all databases both SQL and Oracle through real-time monitoring and detection of malicious activities and auditing of DML, DDL and DCL activities. This was done by administering solution such as AVDF, TDE, Database Vault and Oracle Data Redaction.
- Administered the patch management system, PMP, for rolling patches across the enterprise to upgrade protection from threats and zero-day vulnerabilities.
Core Banking System Operations Officer
CRDB
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Performed backup, COB process and reports generation on CBS system (Fusion Banking Essence) and peripherals such as POS,Card Systems , Financial solution systems and Trade finance system.
- Ensured timely completion for the next start of day for the business operations resumption.
- Managed to reduce the end of day processing time by 30% time with the help of CBS support team.
Data Center Officer
CRDB
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Performed all Close of Business process such as Backup, End of day and reports generation.
- Generate bank statements and attended valid business customers' queries as required through CBS system raised by internal and external customers.
- Managed to ensure a safe data center environment by adhering to data centers safety requirements monitoring all important metrics such as temperature, humidity and safe guarding the Datacenter from hazards.
- Provided first-level support to ATM custodians, call center, network and system administrators and ensured alignment with SLA
- Performed tapes check-out/check-in on storage library; and sending backup tapes to offsite.
Intern
CRDB
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Participated in the Vulnerability task force team, resolved vulnerabilities as identified in the EY auditors report.
Education
CERTIFIED ETHICAL HACKER -
EC-COUNCIL
04.2024
CERTFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDITOR (CISA) -
ISACA
01.2022
ITIL FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE IN IT SERVICE MANAGEMENT -
PEOPLE CERT AND AXELOS
01.2020
BSC.ICT WITH MANAGEMENT -
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY - MOROGORO, TANZANIA
01.2018
ACSE -
MARIAN BOYS HIGH SCHOOL - COASTAL, TANZANIA
01.2015
CSE -
ROSMIN SECONDARY SCHOOL - TANGA, TANZANIA
01.2012
Skills
- Information systems auditing
- Cyber threat hunting
- VAPT
- Database security
- Incident management and response
- Business applications support and usage
- Operating systems such as Linux and Unix, both server and client OS
Hard skills
- Flexible and ability to adapt
- Communication skills; fluent in English
- Work ethic
- Self-reliance
- Ability to work under pressure and tight deadline
- Inquisitive mind
Soft Skills
References
- MR GADI PORI, Senior Manager ICT, CRDB, 0767510394, Gadi.Pori@crdbbank.co.tz
- MR JOHN NYANGE, Senior Manager ICT Governance & Compliance, CRDB, 0763819466, John.Nyange@crdbbank.co.tz
- MR MSAFIRI SADALA, Principal Relationship Manager Corporate, CRDB, 0754435171msafiri.boniface@crdbbank.co.tz
Hobbies and Interests
Interested in programming, Information security, Cyber security and Information Systems Auditing.
Affiliations
- ISACA Member
Timeline
Specialist Cyber Security
CRDB
01.2022 - Current
Core Banking System Operations Officer
CRDB
01.2020 - 01.2022
Data Center Officer
CRDB
01.2019 - 01.2020
Intern
CRDB
01.2018 - 01.2019
CERTIFIED ETHICAL HACKER -
EC-COUNCIL
CERTFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDITOR (CISA) -
ISACA
ITIL FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE IN IT SERVICE MANAGEMENT -
PEOPLE CERT AND AXELOS
BSC.ICT WITH MANAGEMENT -
MZUMBE UNIVERSITY - MOROGORO, TANZANIA
ACSE -
MARIAN BOYS HIGH SCHOOL - COASTAL, TANZANIA
CSE -
ROSMIN SECONDARY SCHOOL - TANGA, TANZANIA
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