Bilingual Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Resume

Philadelphia, PA 19103
vanessabonilla1225@gmail.com

(215) 789-8161
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobonilla/
https://www.bobonilla.com/

Security+ certified bilingual (English/Spanish) Cybersecurity Analyst with hands-on experience in threat detection and incident investigation within a cloud-based SOC environment using Microsoft Sentinel. Practical experience analyzing security alerts, identifying indicators of compromise, and supporting incident response activities. Experienced in assessing cloud environments against NIST and CIS security frameworks. 

Seeking a SOC Analyst, Incident Response Associate, Security Operations Analyst, or Junior Cybersecurity Analyst role focused on threat detection, investigation, and incident response.

Core Skills

Security Operations: SOC Operations, Threat Detection, Security Monitoring, Incident Response, Security Event Analysis, Vulnerability Assessment, Threat Analysis

Security Tools & Platforms: Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM), KQL, Splunk, Wireshark, Nmap, Linux (Kali, Ubuntu), Windows Security Tools

Cloud & Identity: Microsoft Azure, Entra ID (Azure AD), Identity & Access Management (IAM), Principle of Least Privilege

Security Frameworks: NIST 800-53, CIS Critical Security Controls, NIST 800-61, Incident Response Lifecycle

Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Firewalls, VPNs, Network Traffic Analysis

Certifications

CompTIA Security+ | Certified December 2025

Currently Pursuing:
eJPT – Junior Penetration Tester Certification
THM/SAL1 – Security Analyst Level 1 Certification

Cloud Security Operations Internship

LOG(N) Pacific — Philadelphia, PA (Remote) | January 2026 – Present

Support security operations in Azure cloud environments, focusing on threat detection, security monitoring, incident response, and identity security.

• Investigate security alerts in Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM) to identify suspicious activity and indicators of compromise

• Conduct security posture assessments of Azure infrastructure using NIST 800-53 and CIS Critical Security Controls

• Support incident response investigations aligned with the NIST 800-61 lifecycle

• Manage identity and access controls in Microsoft Entra ID implementing least-privilege practices

• Analyze security telemetry across Azure systems to strengthen detection and monitoring capabilities

• Investigate telemetry using KQL queries in Microsoft Sentinel to identify suspicious activity and indicators of compromise

Tech Stack:
Microsoft Sentinel, Azure, Entra ID (Azure AD), SIEM, NIST 800-53, CIS Controls, NIST 800-61

Professional Experience

IT Network Technician 

Philadelphia Housing Authority | Philadelphia, PA | Apr 2026 – Present

• Provide frontline technical support across enterprise systems, troubleshooting workstation, network, and access-related issues

• Support user account and device management within enterprise environments (Active Directory / identity systems)

• Investigate and resolve access-related incidents, reinforcing security and operational continuity

• Document technical issues and resolutions, supporting structured troubleshooting and escalation workflows

Fine Dining Server

Parc Restaurant – Steven Starr Restaurants – Philadelphia, PA | May 2024 – May 2025

Delivered refined service in Parc, a flagship restaurant operated by Stephen Starr Restaurants, one of the most recognized hospitality groups in the United States, with 30+ award-winning restaurants across major cities.

Parc is a 500+ seat restaurant located on Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square and is widely known for its high service standards, operational complexity, and high-volume dining environment.

Education

Per Scholas Philadelphia -  Cybersecurity Analyst Program
Philadelphia, PA | 2025 – 2026

Completed a cybersecurity analyst training program through Per Scholas, a nationally recognized technology workforce development organization that partners with employers across the United States to train early-career cybersecurity professionals.

The program emphasizes applied security operations skills through hands-on SIEM monitoring, incident response simulations, vulnerability assessment labs, and security framework implementation. 

Graduated with CompTIA Security+ certification and a portfolio of technical labs demonstrating practical security operations capabilities.

Additional

Cybersecurity Projects & Labs

Security Investigation Labs | TryHackMe / HackTheBox

• Conduct simulated incident response investigations, including log analysis, threat detection, and compromise analysis

• Perform network scanning, enumeration, and vulnerability analysis using tools such as Nmap and Wireshark

Community Leadership & Industry Engagement

IWCA She Speaks Mentorship Program - Cyber Risk Mentee

International Women's Cyber Alliance | 2026

• Participate in a competitive, cohort-based mentorship program focused on cyber risk, professional development, and industry visibility within the cybersecurity and insurance ecosystem.

• Collaborate with industry mentors and peers to develop and deliver a high-impact panel presentation on emerging cyber risk topics

• Strengthen public speaking, executive presence, and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences

• Engage with cybersecurity leaders across insurance, consulting, and technology sectors to understand real-world risk management practices

• Develop perspective on how identity, behavior, and system-level signals inform modern threat detection and cyber risk analysis

Cybersecurity Scholarship Initiative Organizer
Diversitech / Tribaja | 2026

• Organized a community-led scholarship initiative to increase access to the Diversitech conference for early-career cybersecurity professionals

• Facilitated engagement between emerging technologists and established members of the Philadelphia cybersecurity ecosystem

Professional Communities

IT Pros – Philadelphia Tech Community

DC215 / Ex Machina Parlor - Philadelphia Cyber Tech Space