Mariel Menendez

Verizon Cloud Platform Job Simulation. Completed a job simulation involving building a hypothetical new VPN product for Verizon’s Cloud Computing team. Used command line Python to test whether Verizon’s VPN met the cloud-native traits, i.e. redundancy, resiliency and least-privilege. Researched approaches to achieve application security and communicated insights in a PowerPoint Presentation.

ANZ Australia Cyber Security Management Job Simulation. Completed a simulation focused on identifying cybersecurity threats at ANZ Investigated e-mails to report suspicious items. Analyzed a Packet Capture file using an open source tool to identify and investigate any potential threats.

Datacom Cybersecurity Job Simulation. Completed a simulation focused on how Datacom's cybersecurity team helps protect it's clients Investigated a cyberattack and produced a comprehensive report documenting findings and outlining key recommendations to improve a client's cybersecurity posture. Conducted a comprehensive risk assessment.

Completed a job simulation where I served as an analyst on Mastercard’s Security Awareness Team. Helped identify and report security threats such as phishing. Analyzed and identified which areas of the business needed more robust security training and implemented training courses and procedures for those teams.

Completed a cybersecurity threat analysis simulation for AIG the Cyber Defense Unit, staying updated on CISA publications. Researched and understood reported vulnerabilities, showcasing analytical skills in cybersecurity. Drafted a clear and concise email to guide teams on vulnerability remediation. Utilized Python skills to write a script for ethical hacking, avoiding ransom payments by brute forcing decryption keys.