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Cormac McGuinness

@cormacmcguinness

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Driven Cybersecurity graduate trainee focused on risk management and compliance.

Germany

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters growth, encourages collaboration, and allows me to enhance cybersecurity practices within an innovative team.

I am a driven and detail-oriented Cybersecurity graduate trainee with a strong focus on risk management, threat intelligence, and security compliance. My experience includes leading risk assessments, conducting IT security audits, and implementing ISO 27001/27001:2022 controls. I thrive in collaborative environments, working with international teams to tackle complex security challenges and manage security requirements effectively.

During my tenure at BEUMER Group, I have successfully led risk assessments for product security, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation strategies. I have collaborated closely with clients and international airports, ensuring that all cybersecurity needs are met while assisting in the development and review of cybersecurity policies. My hands-on experience with various security tools has equipped me with the skills necessary to implement robust security solutions.

I am passionate about continuous learning and committed to enhancing cybersecurity across diverse sectors. My academic background, combined with my practical experience, has prepared me to contribute significantly to any organization focused on improving its cybersecurity posture.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Graduate Trainee – Cybersecurity

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BEUMER Group

Oct 2024 - Present (8 months)

Led risk assessments for product security, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation strategies. Collaborated with international teams to ensure the security of product designs and implementations, contributing to the success of major projects.

Risk Assessment Threat Intelligence ISO 27001 Microsoft Defender

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Munsung Global Center

Feb 2022 - Feb 2023 (1 year)

Fostered positive relationships with students, offering support and encouragement at every stage. Developed progressive and positive reinforcement techniques, contributing to a 15% increase in class participation, a 10% improvement in academic performance, and a 90% satisfaction rate among students.

Teaching Curriculum Development Classroom Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Galway

MSc Cybersecurity Risk Management, Cybersecurity Risk Management

Grade: First-Class Honours 1:1

Activities and societies: Relevant coursework included Information Systems Management, Business Analytics, IT Law, Database Systems, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Computing, Business Data Communications, and Applied Analytics in Business and Society. Projects included a Major Cybersecurity Risk Management Project, designing a relational database system, business analytics model building with Excel Solver and Miner, and an Applied Analytics project using R.

Completed a Master of Science in Cybersecurity Risk Management, focusing on information systems, business analytics, and IT law. Engaged in projects including a major cybersecurity risk management project and designing a relational database system. Achieved First-Class Honours (1:1).

University of Galway

Bachelor of Commerce with Marketing, Commerce with Marketing

Grade: Upper Second-Class Honours 2:1

Undertook a Bachelor of Commerce with Marketing, gaining foundational knowledge in business and marketing principles. Achieved Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1).