About
Entry-level Cybersecurity Analyst with robust hands-on experience in network security, vulnerability assessment, and SIEM monitoring, leveraging tools like Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, and Metasploit. Proficient in developing cybersecurity policies and conducting security assessments, contributing to secure application development. My background in environmental technology provides a unique perspective on risk awareness, compliance, and structured documentation, making me an ideal candidate for an entry-level SOC Analyst, Cybersecurity Intern, or IT Security role.
Work
Women Techsters Fellowship
|Cybersecurity Capstone Project Lead / Analyst
Remote, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Led a cybersecurity capstone project focused on enhancing application security through policy development, risk assessment, and comprehensive vulnerability testing.
Highlights
Developed a comprehensive Cybersecurity Policy framework, establishing secure development practices for the StockSave web application project.
Designed and implemented a structured Security Testing Checklist, standardizing security review processes for team members during application testing.
Conducted a thorough web application security assessment, evaluating 3 critical authentication-related vulnerabilities including SQL injection, rate limiting, and role-based access control.
Identified and documented weak rate-limiting protection by simulating multiple failed login attempts, mitigating potential brute-force attack risks.
Evaluated role-based access control, uncovering a critical vulnerability where standard users could access admin UI with HTTP 200 status, leading to improved access management.
Documented detailed security findings and provided actionable recommendations, strengthening authentication controls and fortifying the overall application security posture.
Independent Practical Labs
|Cybersecurity Lab Participant / Analyst
Remote, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Performed extensive hands-on cybersecurity practical labs, gaining proficiency in network security, penetration testing, and SIEM operations.
Highlights
Conducted comprehensive network scanning and service enumeration using Nmap, effectively identifying active hosts and open ports for vulnerability analysis.
Utilized Wireshark to capture and meticulously analyze network traffic, uncovering critical communication patterns and potential security anomalies.
Executed controlled exploitation exercises with Metasploit in a secure lab environment, demonstrating practical understanding of penetration testing techniques.
Successfully established Meterpreter sessions and performed privilege escalation techniques, showcasing advanced post-exploitation capabilities.
Configured and activated detection rules across SIEM platforms (Microsoft Sentinel, Wazuh, Splunk), effectively monitoring and reviewing security alerts.
Resolved Windows operating system issues and performed fundamental network configuration tasks, ensuring system stability and connectivity.
Education
Petroleum Training Institute
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Higher National Diploma (HND)
Environmental Technology
Petroleum Training Institute
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Ordinary National Diploma (OND)
Industrial Safety & Environmental Technology
Languages
English
Certificates
Pre Security Path
Issued By
TryHackMe
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Issued By
Cisco Networking Academy
Networking Basics
Issued By
Cisco Networking Academy
Networking Devices and Initial Configuration
Issued By
Cisco Networking Academy
Introduction to IoT
Issued By
Cisco Networking Academy
Endpoint Security
Issued By
Cisco Networking Academy
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Issued By
Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks
Issued By
Metasploit Essential Training
Issued By
LinkedIn Learning
Wireshark Essential Training
Issued By
LinkedIn Learning
Skills
Cybersecurity Tools
Nmap, Wireshark, Metasploit, Microsoft Sentinel, Wazuh, Splunk, Meterpreter, Cisco Packet Tracer, nslookup, ipconfig.
Network Security
Network Scanning, Traffic Analysis, Service Enumeration, Network Configuration, DNS Testing, Endpoint Security, IoT Security.
Security Operations (SOC)
SIEM Monitoring, Alert Review, Detection Rule Activation, Vulnerability Detection, Security Incident Analysis.
Penetration Testing
Controlled Exploitation, Privilege Escalation, Web Application Security Assessment, SQL Injection Testing, Rate Limiting Testing, Role-Based Access Control Testing.
Security Policy & Compliance
Cybersecurity Policy Development, Secure Development Practices, Risk Assessment, Compliance Understanding, Structured Documentation.
IT Fundamentals
Windows Troubleshooting, IT Support, System Administration Basics.
Analytical Skills
Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Critical Thinking, Vulnerability Analysis.
Project Management
Project Leadership, Task Management, Documentation, Reporting.