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FAWAZ BASIT

IT Specialist, Cybersecurity

Fawaz Basit

IT Specialist, Cybersecurity, EPP Summer 2025

Conducted internal reviews and log analysis for unauthorized access attempts and phishing attempts, supporting ongoing compliance with organizational policies. Participated in endpoint threat detection and risk assessment activities across workstations using Windows Defender and centralized logging platforms like Wazuh. Assisted in drafting response playbooks and documenting incident findings for internal review, contributing to policy documentation efforts.

Configured VPNs and firewall rules in alignment with institutional access policies, reinforcing access controls. Gained familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks including HIPAA and NIST through academic coursework and lab simulations. Supported phishing awareness training and security education efforts to reduce user-related risks. Maintained records of events and controls using SIEM tools to support audit readiness and compliance tracking.

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