Matija Orak
Security Engineer
Dublin
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Trusted Security Engineer and System Admin with over 5+ years protecting companies against bad actors who disrupt business operations. Serves as primary safeguard against external threats. Educates colleagues on best practices and network safety protocols. Protects networked assets through both preventive and reactionary measures.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Engineer
KBC Bank Ireland
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Evaluated emerging technologies for their potential impact on organizational security posture, recommending appropriate solutions as needed.
- Monitor network traffic using SIEM ( IBM Qradar ) to detect and respond to security incidents.
- Participated in industry conferences and workshops to stay informed about current trends in cybersecurity, applying newfound knowledge to improve organizational defenses continuously.
- Performed vulnerability scans using Nessus and Qualys, identifying critical security issues and recommending mitigation strategies.
- Collaborated with development and IT teams to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities.
- Provided training programs for employees on cybersecurity best practices, increasing awareness and fostering a proactive security culture within the organization.
- Provided OS Security hardening with CIS Benchmark
Windows Systems Administrator – Advisor
KBC Bank Ireland
1 2019 - 09.2023
- Windows Server Administration ( 2008 , 2012,2016,2019 )
- Manage Active Directory , including user account management , group policy , Sites & Services , DNS
- Patch Management ( WSUS , SCCM ) monthly MS patch releases , CREW & Zero Day handling
- Strengthened security posture of the organization through regular system hardening and vulnerability assessments.
- SME for Stonebranch UDM/MFT , Design and develop automation workflows to streamline data management and file transfer processes
- DR exercises as Windows Server and Stonebranch support
- Plan and execute server upgrade projects , commissioning and decommissioning of servers
- Ensured data security with regular backups, disaster recovery planning, and implementation of access controls.
- Incident handling and system/infrastructure monitoring as part of BAU/Run Ops Team
- Conducted comprehensive system audits on regular basis.
Helpdesk Analyst – Access Management
KBC Bank Ireland
11.2015 - 01.2019
- SME for Access Management : IAM , RBAC , Permissions Management
- Collaborating and working with audit request from Internal and External Auditors
- Mobile administration and deployment ( Mobileiron )
- Documentation and enforcing company policy ( IT )
- Hardware device setup and installation ( PC , laptop , phone )
- LRA for KBC Ireland , highly-trusted liaison-officer between KBC IE and KBC Group/KBC BE
- Conducting UAM , Leaver & New Starter processes
- Document , tracking and handling tickets using JIRA and ServiceNow ticketing systems
- Administration of Jira and Confluence Systems
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Performed system analysis, documentation, testing, implementation, and user support for platform transitions.
Education
System Engineering Certificate (EQ6) -
Algebra University College For Applied Computer Engineering, Zagreb (Croatia)
Zagreb , Croatia11.2013
Computer Technician (EQ6) -
School of Electrical Engineering, Zagreb (Croatia)
Zagreb06.2008
Skills
Security Information and Event Management
Security Compliance Auditing
Vulnerability Assessment
Incident Response Management
Identity and Access Management
Security policy development
Data Loss Prevention Techniques
Disaster Recovery Planning
SIEM Provider Management
Patch management
Multitasking Abilities
Videocall
skype:matijaorak
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/30/89
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Croatian
Affiliations
Member, (ISC)²
Timeline
Security Engineer
KBC Bank Ireland
09.2023 - 05.2024
Helpdesk Analyst – Access Management
KBC Bank Ireland
11.2015 - 01.2019
Windows Systems Administrator – Advisor
KBC Bank Ireland
1 2019 - 09.2023
System Engineering Certificate (EQ6) -
Algebra University College For Applied Computer Engineering, Zagreb (Croatia)
Computer Technician (EQ6) -
School of Electrical Engineering, Zagreb (Croatia)
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