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Essence Clayton

@essenceclayton

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Highly motivated cybersecurity student seeking Security and Compliance Analyst role.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters growth in cybersecurity and compliance, where I can apply my skills and contribute to innovative security solutions.

I am a highly motivated cybersecurity student with a strong foundation in security and compliance. My hands-on training has equipped me with expertise in vulnerability assessment and incident response. I am dedicated to proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential threats to systems, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information.

Throughout my career, I have successfully collaborated with teams to implement security controls and automate compliance monitoring, resulting in significant reductions in manual errors and breaches. My experience as a QA Software Test Analyst and Compliance Security Consultant has honed my analytical skills and deepened my understanding of compliance frameworks and risk management.

I am eager to expand my knowledge and leverage my skills in a dynamic and innovative work environment, particularly at Haus, where I can contribute to enhancing security measures and compliance protocols.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

QA Software Test Analyst 2

DSM – H Consulting

Dec 2022 - May 2025 (2 years 5 months)

Assisted in troubleshooting virtual desktop links and Salesforce functionality for new features. Collaborated with developers to analyze Splunk logs and debug cloud-based issues, implementing solutions that reduced breaches by 87%. Led QA in testing software security vulnerabilities and fixes, performing regression testing aligned with user stories.

Troubleshooting Salesforce Splunk Security Testing Regression Testing Data Validation Compliance

Compliance Security Consultant

HireGenics (USAA Bank)

Sep 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 3 months)

Monitored internal dashboards to ensure compliance with users and supported senior leadership with audits and risk assessments. Implemented security controls and automated compliance monitoring for P&C insurance, reducing manual errors by 25%. Supported a proactive regulatory change compliance program and developed procedures for security awareness.

Compliance Monitoring Risk Assessment Regulatory Compliance Security Awareness MetricStream ServiceNow Audit

Technical Business Systems Analyst II

DSM – H Consulting

Apr 2020 - Sep 2021 (1 year 5 months)

Manually completed user acceptance testing and data validations for the implementation of Oracle EBS from InfoLease. Oversaw requests for Salesforce access, configured user accounts, and resolved MyCatFinancial customer tickets. Provided virtual system training and guidance to end-users for the migration from Salesforce Classic to Lightning.

User Acceptance Testing Data Validation EBS Salesforce Administration User Training Regression Testing Customer Support

Salesforce Business Analyst I

Rose International Systems

Jul 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 6 months)

Oversaw the management of Salesforce user permissions and responded to DocuSign-related inquiries. Triaged vulnerability incidents and escalated issues, cutting resolution time by 50%, while analyzing current Salesforce functionality. Served as a technical resource for over 1500 virtual users and 10,000 customers, addressing system and application issues.

Salesforce Administration Docusign Vulnerability Management Technical Support Oracle Vendor Management

Compliance Test Analyst

UBS Bank – Financial Services

Apr 2017 - Mar 2018 (11 months)

Researched regulations and maintained privacy protection of confidential data while conducting document audits. Monitored changes and tested Regulation Z and E data, compiling audit findings into MS Word memos for senior leadership. Analyzed TSYS card data and reviewed electronic DDS and Encompass documents for policy compliance.

Data Privacy Auditing Reg. Z Reg. E TSYS Documentation Review Fraud Investigation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of West Florida

Master of Science, Cybersecurity

Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Cybersecurity, focusing on advanced topics in network security, incident response, and threat analysis.

ITT Technical Institute

Bachelor of Science, Information Systems Security

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Security, gaining foundational knowledge in system security, data protection, and compliance frameworks. Developed skills in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities.