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Ameerah Al-Islam

@ameerahalislam

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Cybersecurity professional specializing in IT security and risk management.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters growth in cybersecurity leadership and technical skills, within a collaborative and innovative environment.

I am a detail-oriented Cybersecurity Compliance Analyst with a strong foundation in IT security, risk management, and healthcare technology. My expertise lies in regulatory compliance with frameworks such as NIST and HIPAA, policy development, and security operations. I have a proven track record of improving cybersecurity frameworks and business continuity planning.

Currently, I am pursuing an M.S. in IT Management to further enhance my technical and leadership capabilities. My experience includes developing and enforcing security policies, monitoring security incidents, and managing access controls. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to strengthen cybersecurity postures and ensure compliance across IT systems.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Cybersecurity Compliance Analyst

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San Francisco City & County DPH IT

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Develop and enforce security policies and procedures to align with NIST and HIPAA standards. Monitor security incidents, conduct risk assessments, and support incident response. Assist in security audits, business continuity planning, and compliance documentation.

NIST HIPAA Risk Management Incident Response Windows Server Active Directory ServiceNow Business Continuity

EHR Security & Compliance Coordinator

San Francisco City & County DPH IT

Jul 2015 - Jun 2022 (6 years 11 months)

Collaborated with IT teams to document security workflows and ensure system compliance. Assisted in risk analysis and vulnerability assessments for clinical applications. Managed vendor coordination for security solutions and IT risk mitigation.

Workflows Compliance Risk Analysis Vulnerability Assessment IT Risk Management Security Systems

Epic Security & Access Control Analyst

San Francisco City & County DPH IT

Jun 2018 - Jan 2022 (3 years 7 months)

Led security configuration and access management for Epic applications. Ensured HIPAA compliance by managing user roles, permissions, and security policies. Utilized ServiceNow for incident tracking and security workflow enhancements.