
Merwan GHENIMI
SOC Analyst
Salary / Daily rate
Paris, France
Freelance
Can come onsite
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Graduated from EFREI Paris (Master’s in Cybersecurity & Cloud) through a 3-weeks work / 1-week school program, and completed two years within the Ministry of Finance’s 30-member SOC team, gaining deep expertise in threat detection, analysis, and security operations. Building on this experience, I remain a curious, creative, and passionate professional who thrives in dynamic environments that challenge me to grow and innovate.
Work experience
SOC Analyst Tier II
Direction générale des Finances publiques
Sep 2023 - Present
3 years 2 months
Paris, France
• Threat detection & analysis using SIEM & SOAR • Identifying APT attacks, zero-days, and TTPs (MITRE ATT&CK) • Developed Python automation scripts to enhance security monitoring • Performed WAF supervision and incident response • Collaborated with Red Team, DevSecOps, and System Administrators for security improvements
Cybersecurity Consultant
L'Oréal
Sep 2022 - Aug 2023
1 year
Clichy, France
• Application Security & Risk Assessment (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR) • Identified and assessed security risks across various applications • Presented Zero Trust architecture strategies
Warehouse Operator
Ville de Paris
Aug 2022 - Aug 2022
1 month
Paris, France
• Verifying and unloading incoming shipments • Checking for accuracy against purchase orders, and inspecting goods for damage • Selecting items for customer orders, packaging them securely, and preparing them for shipment • Coordinating with logistics teams to schedule shipments, generating shipping documents, and ensuring timely dispatch of goods • Operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely to move and store goods efficiently • Recording inventory movements, updating warehouse management systems, and maintaining accurate documentation for audits and tracking purposes
Sales Staff
Fitness Park
Jul 2022 - Jul 2022
1 month
7620 Paris, Denmark
• Welcome and inform members and prospects, making sure they’re satisfied • Actively help boost the club's revenue • Successfully close sales • Represent and embody the values of the FITNESS PARK Group • Conduct facility tours while following the established protocols • Ensure that members follow the club's rules and regulations • Contribute to promotional events and keep the club's energy lively
Security Engineer
Bouygues Group
Apr 2022 - Jul 2022
4 months
Paris, France
• Developed a phishing awareness platform to enhance employee security training • Assessed SOC maturity and provided recommendations for improvement • Deployed IDS/IPS probes • Explored penetration testing tools (WireShark, Metasploit, Nmap) • Ranked 348/2000 in 404CTF
Auditor
Deloitte
Jul 2021 - Jul 2021
1 month
92800 Puteaux, France
• Researched cybersecurity best practices and industry standards • Contributed to Proof of Concept (PoC) meetings • Explored malware and exploit techniques, understanding attack vectors and mitigation strategies