Introduction
Hi, I'm Allen Albino
Cybersecurity Professional, IT Specialist, and IT Business Analyst based in New Brunswick, Canada. Currently working as an IT Support Specialist at Atlantic Industries Limited, supporting IT operations across the AIL Group of Companies.
About Me
Technically Strong. Fast to Ramp Up.
I work across technical support, cybersecurity operations, and cloud systems — focused on reducing risk, hardening infrastructure, and improving user experience. I've configured SIEM log integrations, deployed enterprise BitLocker, worked with PKI, RBAC, and identity systems, and analyzed cloud architectures for redundancy, security posture, and CIA impact.
I also bring experience from business analysis — requirements gathering, use-case modeling, and mapping workflows for automation projects. Comfortable owning problems end-to-end, from initial triage to root cause resolution.
Graduated from NBCC with Graduate Certificates in IT Cybersecurity and IT Business Analysis (with Honours). Holder of 15 active certifications including Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals, Fortinet FortiGate 7.6 Operator, and Fortinet Certified Associate in Cybersecurity.
Areas of Expertise
What I Bring to the Table
Cybersecurity Operations
SIEM configuration, vulnerability scanning, incident response, endpoint security (EDR/XDR), and applying MITRE ATT&CK to defend against threats.
IT Support & Infrastructure
Administering Active Directory, Azure AD, Microsoft 365, Exchange, and Group Policy. Maintaining servers, desktops, and enterprise hardware/software.
Cloud Systems (Azure)
Azure architecture analysis, IaaS/PaaS/SaaS evaluation, Microsoft Entra ID, Compliance & Security admin centers, and cloud security posture assessment.
Network & Firewall Security
pfSense, FortiGate 7.6, WireGuard VPN, Cisco Umbrella, network segmentation, IPS/IDS deployment, and SSL inspection.
Forensics & Penetration Testing
Digital forensics using Autopsy, FTK Imager, and Volatility. Offensive security with Nmap, Nessus, and Metasploit in live CTF environments.
IT Business Analysis
Requirements gathering, use-case modeling, workflow mapping for automation projects, and bridging the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders.
Professional Credentials
Certifications & Achievements
15+ industry-recognized certifications demonstrating expertise across cybersecurity, cloud platforms, and IT systems management.
Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals
Microsoft
2026
Fortinet FortiGate 7.6 Operator
Fortinet
2026
Fortinet Certified Associate in Cybersecurity
Fortinet
2026
IT Business Analysis
NBCC
2025
ISC2 Candidate
ISC2
2025
Data Visualization in Power BI
DataCamp
2025
AZ-500: Manage Identity and Access
Microsoft
2024
AZ-500: Secure Networking
Microsoft
2024
FIRST CVSS v4.0 Certificate
FIRST
2023
Mastercard - Cybersecurity Job Simulation
Forage
2024
IBM-Endorsed Cybersecurity Fundamentals
IBM
2022
IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
University of Cambridge
2023
CELPIP General — CLB 9 (Canadian Language Benchmark Level 9)
Paragon Testing Enterprises
2024