Esther A.

Security Engineer & Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist

Available for work

Esther A.

Security Engineer & Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist

Available for work

Esther A.

Security Engineer & Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist

Available for work

About

I am a passionate and proactive Security Engineer and Cybersecurity Awareness Specialist residing in the dynamic city of Toronto, Canada. My expertise lies at the intersection of conducting security assessments, implementing robust security controls, and promoting security awareness through captivating workshops.

As a GIAC Advisory Board Member, I contribute to the security community alongside other certified GIAC professionals. With over 6 years of experience in technical security solutions and creating engaging security awareness materials across finance, cryptocurrency, education, sports, and recreation sectors, I've honed my skills in technical support, security analysis, and compliance management, ultimately enhancing my clients' security posture.

Skills

Security Awareness Training

Project Management

Scripting & Automation

Vulnerability Assessment

Report Writing

Effective Communication

OSINT

Governance, Risk & Compliance

SSPM

Ticket Triage

Incident Response

Technical Support

DevSecOps

Cloud Security

Programming

AI

Graphic & Web Design

Events & Logistics

Kali Linux, MacOS & Windows 10

Security Awareness Training

Project Management

Scripting & Automation

Vulnerability Assessment

Report Writing

Effective Communication

OSINT

Governance, Risk & Compliance

SSPM

Ticket Triage

Incident Response

Technical Support

DevSecOps

Cloud Security

Programming

AI

Graphic & Web Design

Events & Logistics

Kali Linux, MacOS & Windows 10

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Experience

Security Engineer

Oasmack Inc.

Present

Security Engineer

Oasmack Inc.

Present

Cybersecurity Teaching Assistant

Correlation One

May 2025 - Present

Cybersecurity Teaching Assistant

Correlation One

May 2025 - Present

Software Platform Analyst - Technical Lead

ECG

Feb 2025 - Apr 25

Software Platform Analyst - Technical Lead

ECG

Feb 2025 - Apr 25

Cybersecurity Lead Instructor

Brock University - BCC

Sep 2021 - Apr 24

Cybersecurity Lead Instructor

Brock University - BCC

Sep 2021 - Apr 24

Technical Systems Analyst

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

May 2023 - Aug 23

Technical Systems Analyst

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

May 2023 - Aug 23

Cybersecurity Analyst

Clicked x IBM Skillsbuild

Sep 2023 - Nov 23

Cybersecurity Analyst

Clicked x IBM Skillsbuild

Sep 2023 - Nov 23

Technical Lead

Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games

Nov 2021 - Aug 22

Technical Lead

Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games

Nov 2021 - Aug 22

Code Sensei (Coding Instructor)

Code Ninjas

Aug 2020 - Nov 20

Code Sensei (Coding Instructor)

Code Ninjas

Aug 2020 - Nov 20

Certifications

GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC)

GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

GSEC

GFACT

Certified Security Awareness Specialist

CompTIA Security+

ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity

IEC/ISO 27001 Information Security Associate

Microsoft SC-900

Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 2

Education

SANS Technology Institute

Applied Cybersecurity, Honors

2026

SANS Technology Institute

Applied Cybersecurity, Honors

2024 - Present

Brock University

BSc in Applied Computing, Business & Management

2024

Brock University

BSc in Applied Computing, Business & Management

2024

University of Toronto

Cybersecurity Bootcamp

2022

University of Toronto

Cybersecurity Bootcamp

2022

Cunitech Institute

Cybersecurity Management

2021

Cunitech Institute

Cybersecurity Management

2021

Projects

Recognition

MomentMakers Limitless eCard

CIBC

Employee recognition for commitment to cybersecurity learning and development

2023

Executive of the Year Nominee

BUSU Awards

Nominated for outstanding performance and leadership in BCC

2022

Above & Beyond

Code Ninjas

Employee recognition for going the extra mile as a Coding Instructor

2020

Great Attitude

Code Ninjas

Employee recognition for diligence as a Coding Instructor

2020

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