Ifeanyi Okechukwu
Cyber Security Threat Management
Abuja
Summary
Results-driven IT professional with notable success in planning, analysis and implementation of security initiatives. Strengths in providing comprehensive network design and security frameworks. Certified in Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Transmission Back Office Engineer
Huawei Technologies
5 2016 - 05.2023
- As a Transmission Engineer at Huawei Technologies, I was responsible for optimizing and maintaining the microwave transmission network to ensure high availability and reliability. I utilized various tools such as Tellabs, RTN, Minilink Craft, OSN, and BB radios to monitor and maintain network performance across the region
- Increased productivity by providing technical support and training to staff on new systems and software.
- Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.
- Analyzed and resolved packet drops to maintain optimal network performance.
- Performed corrective maintenance on customer networks, focusing on problematic sites and microwave links, to enhance network efficiency.
I.T Administrator
Apple Dynamic Networks
05.2014 - 11.2015
- As an IT Administrator at Apply Dynamic, I was responsible for managing and maintaining the company's IT infrastructure, ensuring the smooth operation of all technological aspects
- My role involved troubleshooting technical issues, implementing security protocols, and providing support to end-users.
- Managed vendor relationships effectively for timely procurement of IT equipment while adhering to budget constraints.
- Resolved critical incidents swiftly via remote assistance or on-site troubleshooting, ensuring minimal business disruption.
- Installed and configured network printers and other peripheral devices.
- Monitored networks and network devices to resolve technical problems quickly.
- Designed and evaluated WAN and LAN connectivity technologies.
Cyber Security Specialist
Naija Freelencer
08.2023 - Current
- Mentored junior team members on technical aspects of cybersecurity while fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Enhanced network security by implementing advanced threat detection and prevention tools.
- Monitored confidential company data and mitigated hacking through network systems updates.
- Reduced cyber risks by conducting regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
- Encrypted data and erected firewalls to protect confidential information.
- Monitored computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
Education
Master of Science - Cyber Security
TORRENS UNIVERSITY
AUSTRALIA 05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Management
NOVENA UNIVERSITY
NIGERIA 05.2015 -
Master of Science - Cyber Security (Security Analyst)
EC-COUNCIL UNIVERSITY
UNITED STATES 04.2024 - Current
Skills
Cloud Technology and Security
Tellabs, RTN, Minilink Craft, OSN, BB radios
Wireshark, Nessus, WHOIS, Nmap, Metasploit, SQLMap
Reconnaissance Techniques, Vulnerability Assessment and Management
Network Design and security
Security Risk Analysis
Social Engineering, Phishing, Sniffing, Footprinting
Python, Java, HTML, Linux
Mobile Platform, IoT, and OT, Wireless Hacking
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent analytical skills
Leadership and team player skill
Penetration Testing
Network protocols
Disaster Recovery Planning
Vulnerability Assessment
Patch management
Intrusion Detection Systems
Ethical Hacking Techniques
Zero Trust Architecture
Cryptographic Algorithms
Symantec Endpoint Protection
Erecting firewalls and security
Certification
EC-COUNCIL UNIVERSITY, USA, Certified Ethical Hacker and Countermeasures V12, 2024
References
Available on request
Timeline
Master of Science - Cyber Security (Security Analyst)
EC-COUNCIL UNIVERSITY
04.2024 - Current
Cyber Security Specialist
Naija Freelencer
08.2023 - Current
Master of Science - Cyber Security
TORRENS UNIVERSITY
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Management
NOVENA UNIVERSITY
05.2015 -
I.T Administrator
Apple Dynamic Networks
05.2014 - 11.2015
Transmission Back Office Engineer
Huawei Technologies
5 2016 - 05.2023