Digital Curriculum Vitae

Hi, I’m Anissa.

4 years Experience in the Cyber Security industry currently working as a TPRM Specialist, background in PCI-DSS, NIS Framework, GRC & Vulnerability Management.

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Experience

Professional History

Cyber Risk Analyst

Classified • 2023-Present

  • Own and manage the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) programme across 4 business units.
  • Ownership & Maintenence of the IS & 3rd party policy & standard .
  • Vendor risk remediation / treatment .
  • PCI-DSS Implementer & cross-functional support
  • Audit & Compliance support
  • Ownership of organisation app integration vulnerabilities & remediation - utilising crowdstrike, adaptive sheild
  • Drive continuous improvement in third-party risk, cybersecurity compliance, and organisational resilience.

Graduate Cyber Security Analyst

General Medical Council • 2022-2023

  • Managed and optimised endpoint security controls using Sophos
  • Administered phishing simulation campaigns and security awareness reporting through Proofpoint
  • Managed internal and third-party Active Directory accounts, access controls, and MFA compliance
  • Oversaw JLM, ensuring timely access revocation
  • Designed and assessed Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) questionnaires to evaluate supplier cyber risk
  • Produced monthly vulnerability management reporting using Rapid7
  • Developed cybersecurity reports, dashboards, metrics, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Monitored emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities, translating intelligence into proactive risk mitigation measures

Project Management & Technical Delivery Intern

VMWARE • 2020-2021

  • Managed a diverse portfolio of projects across the NEMEA region (UK & Ireland, Nordics, and Benelux).
  • Coordinated project delivery, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, budgets, and customer expectations.
  • Supported project governance, reporting, and Information on Demand (IoD) activities.
  • Gained hands-on exposure to cloud security and endpoint protection technologies, including NSX-T, Workspace ONE, and Carbon Black
  • Contributed to the successful delivery of FY21–22 revenue targets through effective project and resource management.

Projects

Things I’ve Built

CV Website

June 2026

Developed a responsive web application that transforms a traditional PDF CV into an interactive personal portfolio website. The project involved extracting and organising information from a PDF resume, including personal details, education, work experience, technical skills, and projects, before presenting the data through a modern, user-friendly interface. The website was designed to improve accessibility and user engagement by providing a dynamic alternative to a static PDF document. Features include responsive design for desktop and mobile devices, structured navigation, downloadable CV functionality, project showcases, and contact information.

Front & Backend DevelopmentPDF ProcessingUX/UI Design
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Fairy Forest Journal

March 2026

Fairy Forest Journal is a modern web application that combines intuitive digital journaling with a thoughtfully designed whimsical aesthetic. The platform enables users to create, edit, save, and manage dated journal entries through a clean, responsive interface that supports a seamless writing experience across devices. The project was developed with a strong emphasis on user experience, accessibility and maintainable front-end design. It demonstrates core web development principles including responsive layouts, structured data management, intuitive navigation, and persistent journal entry handling. By blending functional note management with a distinctive fairy forest visual identity, the application transforms everyday journaling into an engaging and enjoyable experience. Designed for personal reflection, creative writing, gratitude journaling and daily record-keeping, Fairy Forest Journal showcases the balance between thoughtful UI/UX design and practical functionality, resulting in a polished, user-focused web application that is both visually appealing and easy to use..

Front & Backend DevelopmentWeb DesignUX/UI Design
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CipherRisk - Remediate your vulnerabilities

April 2026 - Ongoing

CipherRisk is a modern cybersecurity advisory and governance platform designed to help organisations identify, understand and remediate cybersecurity risks through clear, actionable guidance. The application transforms technical security weaknesses, audit findings and governance gaps into prioritised remediation plans, enabling both technical teams and business stakeholders to make informed risk-based decisions.

Front & Backend DevelopmentWeb DesignUX/UI DesignCyber SecurityGRCVulnerability Management
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Certifications

Achievements & Training

Certified Information Security Management Principles (CISMP)

BCS • May 2025

PCI-DSS Lead Implementer

GRC Solutions • January 2024

Bsc (Hons) Computer Forensics & Security

Manchester Met University • June 2022