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Ayesha Siddiqui

@ayeshasiddiqui

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Aspiring cybersecurity analyst with expertise in vulnerability management.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to leverage my cybersecurity skills in a dynamic environment, focusing on incident response and vulnerability management while fostering professional growth and collaboration.

I am a dedicated cybersecurity analyst currently pursuing a Master of Science in Cybersecurity with a concentration in Cyber Operations from Pace University. My academic journey has equipped me with a robust understanding of cybersecurity principles, incident response, and vulnerability management. I have hands-on experience in deploying security frameworks and tools, including Splunk and CrowdStrike, to enhance organizational security.

During my internship at the New York City Department of Finance, I supported vulnerability management and incident response efforts, significantly improving workflows and access control processes. My academic projects, such as developing Python scripts for SQL injection detection and deploying Splunk for real-time threat detection, showcase my ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical challenges in cybersecurity.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Cybersecurity Graduate Intern

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New York City Department of Finance

Jun 2025 - Present (1 month)

Supported vulnerability management using CrowdStrike Falcon to monitor endpoint activity, detect threats, and escalate high-risk vulnerabilities for remediation. Assisted in incident response efforts by investigating alerts in Splunk Enterprise Security (ES), conducting log analysis, and identifying potential security breaches.

Splunk Enterprise Incident Response Vulnerability Management Log Analysis NIST ISO 27001

Back-End Technical Team

Symphony Brand Communications

Jul 2022 - Present (3 years)

Utilized SQL and Python to optimize database performance, improving query efficiency and reducing system downtime by 15%. Developed and implemented web development workflows and incident response protocols, increasing data handling efficiency by 90% and enhancing overall system stability.

SQL Python Web Development Incident Response Database Optimization System Stability

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Pace University, Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems

Master of Science, Cybersecurity

Pursued a Master of Science (MS) in Cybersecurity with a concentration in Cyber Operations. Engaged in relevant coursework including Introduction to Cybersecurity, Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing, Network Security & Defense, and Mobile Forensics.

University of Mumbai

Bachelor of Science, Information Technology

Completed a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Technology. Developed Python scripts to simulate and detect SQL injection attacks, and enhanced database security by integrating IPS for real-time monitoring.