Doreen Nassuna

Doreen Nassuna

Security facility lady

Dubai, UAE

Profile summary

Motivated and detail-oriented SOC Analyst with hands-on experience in cybersecurity training projects, threat monitoring, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing. Trained in ethical hacking, endpoint security, and incident response, with a strong interest in cybersecurity risk assessment and mitigation within professional SOC environments.

Career highlights

Spearheaded Security Awareness Campaign: Developed and executed a comprehensive security awareness training program, resulting in a 25% decrease in phishing click-through rates among employees within six months.

Key skills

Skills
Firewalls, IDS, IPSSecurity Operations Center (SOC) MonitoringCybersecurity Risk Assessment & MitigationCloud Security (Azure/AWS)SIEM Tools (Splunk, ELK, Microsoft Sentinel)Threat Detection & Incident ResponseVulnerability Management & Penetration TestingEndpoint Security & Malware AnalysisEthical Hacking FundamentalsNetwork & System SecurityLog Analysis and Alert InvestigationCybersecurity Tools (Lab-Based)Attention to Detail & Problem Solving

Professional experience

Cybersecurity SOC Analyst / CEH Trainee (Project-Based)Dec 2025 - Present
Edoxi Training Institute | Dubai, UAE

• Executed penetration testing simulations using Kali Linux and Metasploit Framework to identify vulnerabilities in test environments and validate remediation effectiveness. • Developed and configured SIEM dashboards in Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel to enable real-time threat detection, alerting, and monitoring of suspicious activities such as unauthorized or anomalous login attempts. • Monitored security alerts and analyzed potential threats using SIEM tools • Conducted cybersecurity risk assessments and recommended mitigation measures • Performed vulnerability management and basic penetration testing activities • Practiced endpoint security monitoring and malware analysis • Applied ethical hacking techniques to identify system and network vulnerabilities. • Prepared incident reports and followed response procedures

  • Executed penetration testing simulations using Kali Linux and Metasploit Framework to identify vulnerabilities in test environments and validate remediation effectiveness.
  • Developed and configured SIEM dashboards in Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel to enable real-time threat detection, alerting, and monitoring of suspicious activities such as unauthorized or anomalous login attempts.
  • Monitored security alerts and analyzed potential threats using SIEM tools
  • Conducted cybersecurity risk assessments and recommended mitigation measures
  • Performed vulnerability management and basic penetration testing activities
Mobile Application Penetration Testing (Remote Project)Dec 2025 - Present
Taggyy LLC

• Tested mobile applications against common security risks such as insecure data storage, weak authentication, and improper session handling. • Followed ethical hacking methodologies and basic industry standards to ensure responsible and controlled security testing. • Conducted remote mobile application penetration testing to identify security vulnerabilities and misconfigurations. • Performed vulnerability analysis and documented findings with basic risk impact and remediation recommendations. • Supported secure application development by testing authentication, data protection, and common mobile security controls.

  • Tested mobile applications against common security risks such as insecure data storage, weak authentication, and improper session handling.
  • Followed ethical hacking methodologies and basic industry standards to ensure responsible and controlled security testing.
  • Conducted remote mobile application penetration testing to identify security vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.
  • Performed vulnerability analysis and documented findings with basic risk impact and remediation recommendations.
  • Supported secure application development by testing authentication, data protection, and common mobile security controls.
Security Guard / Facility Security & Customer ServiceJan 2024 - Jan 2026
Middle East | Dubai, UAE

• Provided facility security services in a school environment • Maintained a safe and secure campus for students, staff, and visitors • Delivered professional customer service and assisted school operations • Demonstrated strong attention to detail, responsibility, and communication skills

  • Provided facility security services in a school environment
  • Maintained a safe and secure campus for students, staff, and visitors
  • Delivered professional customer service and assisted school operations
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail, responsibility, and communication skills

Education

Certificate, Cybersecurity Specialist: SOC Analyst
Edoxi Training Institute
High School or equivalent, Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education
Lakeside College
High School or equivalent, High School Certificate
Kairos High School
Certificate, CEHv13 Certified Ethical Hacker
Edoxi Training Institute

Certifications

Cybersecurity Specialist / SOC AnalystEdoxi Training Institute