★ Rick Mahadeo, Cissp
About ★ Rick Mahadeo, Cissp
Rick Mahadeo is a Senior Security Analyst with extensive experience in network security and infrastructure. He has held various positions in information security across multiple organizations and holds numerous certifications in the field.
Work at J.D. Irving
Currently, Rick Mahadeo serves as a Senior Security Analyst at J.D. Irving, Limited. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's security operations in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. His role involves overseeing security measures and ensuring the integrity of the organization's information systems.
Previous Experience in Security Operations
Rick Mahadeo has extensive experience in security operations. He worked at Bell as a Senior Manager - Security Operations for seven months in 2016. Following this, he served as an Information Security Analyst at Q9 Networks for another seven months in the same year. He also held the position of Information Technology Security Manager at George Brown College from 2017 to 2020, where he managed security protocols and systems.
Background in Network Administration and Security
Rick Mahadeo studied at Radio College of Canada, where he earned a Diploma in Network Administration and Security from 2010 to 2012. He also attended Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, obtaining a Certificate in International Business and Trade in 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in network security and infrastructure.
Certifications and Technical Skills
Rick Mahadeo holds a range of certifications in information security and networking. He is an Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) and a Certified Ethical Hacker (CE|H). Additionally, he has certifications in Citrix technologies, including Citrix Certified Professional - Networking (CCP-N) and Citrix Certified Professional - Mobility (CCP-M). His technical skills include proficiency in routing, switching, VPN, firewall management, and programming languages such as PHP, SQL, and Perl.
Experience in Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing
Rick Mahadeo specializes in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing. His expertise extends to Cisco Networking and network design. He has worked in various roles that required a deep understanding of security measures, including his tenure as a Network Operations and Security Consultant at IT Weapons Inc. from 2011 to 2016.