ADENIRAN KOLADE ADEMUWAGUN
Summary
National security strategist with over 30 years experience in the field of Information Communication Technology (ICT). A master strategist with significant experience in communication information systems policy formulation, management of Security Operation Centre (SOC) at the strategic operational level of governance and System Administrator of highly classified military operations data center. Adept negotiator with strong analytical skills, a problem solver with significant experience in project management in structured and unstructured environments. A team player with significant experience in the application of soft power skills within and across teams. Highly skilled and dynamic Network Systems Analyst, bringing forth the ability to effectively manage and oversee optimal network services for organizations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Director of Defence Space Utilization
Nigerian Defence Headquarters
6 2023 - Current
- Management of Defence Secure Communication Systems
- Design and implement strategies and policies aimed at selecting the best of technologies for efficiency and cost reduction
- Ensure secure and centralized communication between UAS, ISR payloads for defence related operation
- Manage and ensure operations continuity and disaster recovery plan for Defence ICT platforms
- Defence in Space Policy Formulation
- Formulation of policies on the use of space base and terrestrial communication platforms
- Formulation of policy guidelines in the use of defence frequency spectrum
- Advise on resource allocation to further strengthen the Defence Space Division
- Create strategies for risk management and mitigation
- Protection and Security of Operational Data
- Ensure accurate and secure Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) and Geospatial Data for defence related operations
- Manage collaborations with other related Ministries Departments and Agencies (MDA) as well as the entire Nigerian Defence
- Supervise and manage members of the Defence Space Division.
Director of Communications Engineering
Headquarters Nigerian Air Force
01.2022 - 12.2023
- C3IS for the Nigerian Air Force (NAF)
- Administration of Command Control and Communication Information System (C3IS) for the NAF
- Administration of NAF Communication Platforms
- Deployment and administration of space base (Satcomm) and terrestrial communication systems (HF and VHF)
- Management of ISM frequency bands within theater of operation for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
- Network Administration
- Coordinator of the of ICT equipment for military operations at the SOC at the Headquarters Nigerian Air Force.
Deputy Commandant
Air Force Institute of Technology
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitoring of activities within and outside the Institute to prevent disturbance of training/academic activities
- Coordination of all logistics needs of AFIT
- Ensure day to day administration and welfare requirements of AFIT
- Planning organizing and coordinating the implementation of all NAF courses in consultation with the department and Academic Branch
- Maintenance of all training support equipment and facilities
- Security and communication matters
- Day to day running of the affairs of AFIT as a member of AFIT Management Team
- Work in league with the provost to ensure conflict-free activities.
Base Commander
651 Base Service Group
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Securing Nigerian Airforce assets, resident personnel and overall security of the Lagos base and environs
- Air Component Commander for internal security, Lagos State
- Air Component Commander Operation MESA, Lagos State
- Air Component Commander Operation AWATSE, Lagos State.
Director of ICT
AIR FORCE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Automation of a Secure University Management System
- Responsible for the development and maintenance of Education Management Information system (Staff Portal, Student portal, CBT Portal, Student Result Processing Software, Online Payment Portal)
- Deployment of secure Webmail Services
- Responsible for configuring, deployment and maintenance of in-house Email server running on Zimbra
- Secure Converged Communication System
- Designed and implemented a secure campus wide area network (wired and wireless) and secure VIOP
- Routine Vulnerability Assessment of ICT Systems
- Developed approaches for threat modeling, penetration tests, incidence response and vulnerability reports.
Dean of Faculty of Ground and Communication Engineering
AIR FORCE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Responsible for the academic and research activities within the Faculty
- Responsible for the enlistment of eligible students
- Coordinate curriculum and program review for the Faculty
- Lectured and supervised projects in cyber security, project management and communication related course.
Assistant Director
ICT Headquarters Nigerian Air Force
08.2010 - 12.2013
- Network Administrator (Windows 2008 Server)
- Radio Frequency Administrator.
Head of Department Electronic Communications School
Airforce Institute of Technology
07.2007 - 09.2008
Military Personnel Officer 3 (MPO3)
United Nation Mission
09.2003 - 01.2004
- Documentation and rendering of returns on Contigent Own Equipment (COE) to the United Nations Headquarters
- Induction and checkout of military observers.
Education
PhD Engineering (Wireless Communications) -
University of Aberdeen
Master of Philosophy in Security and Strategic Studies - undefined
Nigerian Defence Academy
MSc Engineering (Project Management) - undefined
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Master of Technology in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering (MTEL) - undefined
Obafemi Awolowo University
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering - undefined
Nigerian Defence Academy
Skills
Strategic Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem Solving Risk Management
Project Management
Microsoft office
Analytical Thinking
Security Information And Event Management (SIEM)
Threat Modeling
Cyber Security
Governance
Information Systems
Information Systems Security
Operations Research
Vulnerability Assessment
Certification
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Militaryeducation
- Fellow National Defence College (FWC)
- Pass Staff College (PSC)
Languages
English
Timeline
Deputy Commandant
Air Force Institute of Technology
01.2023 - 06.2023
Director of Communications Engineering
Headquarters Nigerian Air Force
01.2022 - 12.2023
Base Commander
651 Base Service Group
03.2021 - 12.2021
Director of ICT
AIR FORCE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
01.2019 - 12.2020
Dean of Faculty of Ground and Communication Engineering
AIR FORCE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
12.2017 - 12.2019
Assistant Director
ICT Headquarters Nigerian Air Force
08.2010 - 12.2013
Head of Department Electronic Communications School
Airforce Institute of Technology
07.2007 - 09.2008
Military Personnel Officer 3 (MPO3)
United Nation Mission
09.2003 - 01.2004
Director of Defence Space Utilization
Nigerian Defence Headquarters
6 2023 - Current
PhD Engineering (Wireless Communications) -
University of Aberdeen
Master of Philosophy in Security and Strategic Studies - undefined
Nigerian Defence Academy
MSc Engineering (Project Management) - undefined
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Master of Technology in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering (MTEL) - undefined
Obafemi Awolowo University
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering - undefined
Nigerian Defence Academy
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