RAQUEL LEWIS

INFORMATION SECURITY & IT PROFESSIONAL | MILITARY VETERAN

Powder Springs, GA | (347) 541-2688 | raquel.lewis1@mymailboxpro.com
www.linkedin.com/in/raquel-lewis-867290166
PERSONAL SUMMARY
A dynamic IT Specialist with a Master's in Cybersecurity and a strong background in regulatory compliance, security architecture
design, and incident response management. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance
with federal cybersecurity standards. Seeking challenging IT roles to apply expertise in developing robust cybersecurity strategies
and implementing cutting-edge technologies for safeguarding sensitive information and critical infrastructure.
EXPERIENCE
Internal Revenue Service
Information Technology Specialist | Smyrna, GA August 2021 – Current
• Developed and implemented dynamic cybersecurity policies, ensuring alignment with evolving industry standards,
and bolstering organizational resilience against cyber threats.
• Conducted vendor risk assessments, establishing robust processes to mitigate risks and safeguard sensitive data.
• Led the design and implementation of innovative security architecture solutions, strengthening digital
infrastructure resilience and proactive defense posture.
• Navigated complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring stringent adherence to federal cybersecurity frameworks,
minimizing legal and operational risks.
• Led proactive initiatives in incident response simulations, enhancing organizational readiness for potential security
incidents and ensuring effective response protocols.
Revenue Officer – Internal Revenue Service March 2020 – August 2021
• Implemented comprehensive information security measures, enhancing protection of sensitive tax-related information.
• Collaborated with taxpayers to devise effective plans for resolving delinquencies, ensuring fair evaluation of
financial conditions while upholding compliance standards.
Employment Service Specialist – Department of Labor | Hinesville, GA August 2019 – February 2020
US Army
Patient Administration Supervisor | US/ Seoul, KR July 2016 – July 2018
Training Supervisor | Fort Hood, TX March 2013 – June 2016
EDUCATION
Information Security Analyst – ACI Tech Academy
MS in Cybersecurity Technology – University of Maryland 2022 – 2024
BS in Cybersecurity – University of Maryland 2013 – 2018
CERTIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Certifications: CompTIA Security+, EC-Council Certified Network Defender, EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker, ISC2 Certified
Operating Systems / Environments: Windows Server, Linux (Red Hat, Ubuntu), MacOS, Ubuntu, Virtualization (VMware,
VirtualBox), Docker containers, SQL Server
Software and Hardware: Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, Hash Corp, Vault, Splunk, Nessus, Burp, Suite,
Nmap, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, SonarQube, Confluence and Trello, Jira, Figjam and Figma, (UX/UI tools), Infrastructure as
Code (IaC), Power BI, Netskope, KnowBe4, Security appliances (Firewalls, IDPS), Mobile device management (MDM)
solutions, Server hardware (rack-mounted, blade servers), Network devices (routers, switches)
Programming: Python, Java, JavaScript (React.js and Node.js), HTML, CSS, SQL, Git, frameworks (Django, Spring, and
Hibernate), MySQL and PostgreSQL,
PROJECTS
• Led a team in simulating a cyber-attack on a mock corporate network, detected the intrusion, and formulated
response measures, culminating in a comprehensive security report.
• Executed penetration tests on a vulnerable web application, identifying and documenting multiple SQLi and XSS
vulnerabilities, and provided secure coding recommendations.
• Assessed and breached a mock wireless network's security configurations, then reinforced its defenses,
documenting the entire process and suggested improvements.