Cybersecurity Assurance Specialist with 6+ years of experience in SOC operations, penetration testing, and vulnerability management. Skilled in conducting and guiding penetration tests on networks, web applications, and systems using tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, Gobuster, and Nmap. Proficient in threat modelling, risk assessments, and SIEM monitoring (Splunk, IBM QRadar, Wazuh). Experienced in ISO 27001 and PCI DSS compliance, phishing simulations, and stakeholder reporting tailored to financial environments.