Open To Work
Joe Abernethy
MELBOURNE,VIC
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Summary
Skilled ICT Security Analyst with two years of experience in protecting enterprise systems. Expertise in threat detection, incident response, and enhancing cybersecurity operations. Proficient in analyzing security incidents and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies. Committed to advancing organizational security through ongoing professional development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
ICT Security Analyst
NHS
Bolton, Manchester
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Executed penetration tests to uncover system vulnerabilities, enabling proactive risk mitigation.
- Developed and implemented security policies to safeguard organization's information systems.
- Developed, implemented and maintained security policies, procedures and best practices to protect the organization's information systems.
- Monitored network traffic for suspicious activities and potential threats.
- Analyzed web traffic logs to identify anomalies and potential malicious activities, enhancing overall security posture.
- Identified potential security risks within organizational networks and systems.
- Analyzed security incidents to identify vulnerabilities and recommend solutions.
- Implemented security protocols to safeguard sensitive data and systems.
- Conducted regular security assessments to evaluate system integrity and compliance, ensuring adherence to security standards.
- Researched innovative technologies to bolster current security protocols.
Pharmacy Assistant
Sykes Pharmacy LTD
Bolton, Manchester
06.2017 - 08.2022
- Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently for patient pick-up.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to patients.
- Educated patients on medication usage, side effects, and storage requirements.
- Assisted customers with prescription refills, requests for over-the-counter medications and other health care products.
- Provided quality care to customers by addressing their needs to customers through close collaboration with the pharmacist.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address and resolve complex medication inquiries.
- Managed pharmaceutical inventory and implemented stock rotation to minimize waste.
- Ensured availability of medications by restocking pharmacy shelves and preparing expired drugs for return.
- Trained new pharmacy staff on procedures and customer service standards to enhance service quality.
- Answered customer questions about prescribed and OTC medications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pharmacy workspace and equipment.
- Tracked expiration dates for all drugs in stock and discarded expired items according to regulations.
- Monitored stock levels of both prescription drugs and over-the-counter items.
- Prepared labels for prescriptions and dispensed medications to patients.
- Organized and maintained patient profiles in the computer system.
- Checked incoming shipments against purchase orders to verify quantity, quality and price accuracy.
- Adhered to all legal requirements relating to the safe dispensing of medication.
- Received telephone calls from physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals requesting information about medications or supplies.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly in a professional manner.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bolton College
Bolton Deane Rd, Bolton BL3 5BG, UK06-2020
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
Bolton University
Bolton A676 Deane Rd, Bolton BL3 5AB UK07-2023
Skills
- Network Security
- Cybersecurity Frameworks
- Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
- Security Software Proficiency
- Networking and Operating Systems
- Incident Analysis
- Team Collaboration
- Communication & Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Security policy development
Certification
- ASIO Analyst
- CompTIA a+
- CompTIA security+
- Google Cybersecurity
Projects
- Created a PMR System (Patient Medical Records) For a UK & Australian Pharmacy
- Created a Malware Analysis Sandbox
Timeline
ICT Security Analyst
NHS
08.2022 - 01.2026
Pharmacy Assistant
Sykes Pharmacy LTD
06.2017 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Bolton College
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
Bolton University