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Rashad Ahmed Rana

Lahore

Summary

Dynamic cybersecurity analyst with strong skills in risk assessment and incident response. Developed and implemented effective cybersecurity policies and strategies, significantly improving organizational security posture and compliance with industry standards.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager of Business Development and Sales

SASPAK
Lahore
03.2007 - Current
  • Identified new market opportunities to expand business reach and customer base.
  • Developed and implemented strategic sales plans aligned with company objectives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and customer service.
  • Conducted competitor analysis to inform pricing strategies and marketing efforts.
  • Built and maintained relationships with key clients to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Analyzed sales data to track trends and adjust strategies effectively.
  • Maintained contact with existing customers through phone calls, emails, and visits to build strong relationships.
  • Developed and implemented effective strategies to expand customer base and increase sales.
  • Established pricing policies that maximized profits while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
  • Supervised sales teams by providing guidance on how to effectively close deals.
  • Monitored market trends, customer feedback, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth.
  • Oversaw regional and local sales managers and staff.

Cybersecurity Analyst

Google
Lahore
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Monitored security systems for potential threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Analyzed security incidents to identify root causes and improve defenses.
  • Collaborated with teams to develop and implement cybersecurity policies.
  • Conducted risk assessments to evaluate system security levels regularly.
  • Reviewed and updated incident response plans for efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Provided training sessions to staff on cybersecurity best practices.
  • Utilized various tools to detect, analyze, and remediate security breaches.
  • Developed documentation for compliance with industry regulations and standards.
  • Monitored user activities on the network for suspicious behavior or malicious activity.
  • Participated in risk assessment exercises designed to identify areas of vulnerability within the organization's IT infrastructure.
  • Conducted vulnerability scans using automated tools to detect any weaknesses in the system.
  • Analyzed network traffic logs, firewall logs, intrusion detection system alerts, and antivirus reports to identify potential threats.
  • Responded promptly to cyber incidents by analyzing attack signatures, isolating affected systems, and restoring normal operations.
  • Created detailed incident reports following a successful breach or other security event.
  • Assisted with developing strategies for responding to potential cyber attacks such as malware outbreaks, phishing campaigns, ransomware attacks.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of evolving cybersecurity trends and technologies.
  • Implemented firewalls and other security measures to protect data from external threats.
  • Provided training on various topics related to cybersecurity awareness and best practices.
  • Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to protect the company's assets from unauthorized access.
  • Updated existing processes and procedures related to cybersecurity best practices regularly.
  • Installed patches and upgrades on a regular basis as part of ongoing maintenance efforts.
  • Analyzed security procedure violations and developed plans to prevent recurrence.
  • Analyzed system risk to identify and implement appropriate security countermeasures.
  • Investigated information security breaches to identify vulnerabilities and evaluate damage.
  • Made recommendations to improve security procedures and systems.
  • Coordinated security updates to avoid outages and downtime.
  • Promoted security awareness among employees and clients to alleviate risks and breaches.
  • Researched and designed advanced computer forensic tools.
  • Learned about latest security threats from blogs and online publications.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to implement and update disaster recovery plans.
  • Educated individuals on complex computer terms using easy-to-understand wording.
  • Worked closely with fellow security personnel to remedy and alleviate technology issues.
  • Conducted record searches and coordinated with other units on procedural problems involving complex cases.

Education

Google Cloud Cyber Security - Cyber Security

Google
USA
05-2025

IT Basic - I.T

MQE
Lahore
09-2004

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication

PU
Lahore
08-2004

ICOM - Commerce

LBISE
Lahore
09-2001

High School Diploma -

QPHS
Lahore
03-1997

Skills

  • Cybersecurity policies
  • Risk assessment
  • Incident response
  • Customer relationship management
  • Market research
  • Team collaboration
  • Strategic planning
  • Effective communication

Languages

Urdu
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Certification

  • Basic I.T
  • Mobile Repair
  • Import Export Human Resource Development Bank
  • Google Cloud cyber Security

Affiliations

  • Surfing the Web to learn new things
  • Book Reading
  • Nature Explore

Accomplishments

  • Always Achieve Targets in Sale and Marketing

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cybersecurity Analyst

Google
01.2025 - 05.2025

Manager of Business Development and Sales

SASPAK
03.2007 - Current

Google Cloud Cyber Security - Cyber Security

Google

IT Basic - I.T

MQE

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication

PU

ICOM - Commerce

LBISE

High School Diploma -

QPHS

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