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Accomplishments
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Kaka Sheidu

DFIR Analyst
Lekki Phase 1,NG-LA
Kaka Sheidu

Summary

Dedicated Incident Responder specializing in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) with history of meeting company goals, utilizing consistent and organized practices, upholding client confidentiality, integrity and privacy privileges.

Adaptable to new situation and challenges, intelligent, insightful, pragmatic with resourceful approach and familiarity with many facets of SOC Operations and Incidence Handling. Recognized for performance excellence in Cyber Security CTFs and contributions to success with eagerness to help team achieve company goals while also offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Overview

2
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

CyberSOC Africa
Lekki Phase 1, Lagos

Incident Responder
04.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • As MSSP incident response analyst, I performed and assisted in emergency incident response and threat hunting activities across incidents or security breaches related to malware, phishing and insider threats for over 5 priority organizations using EDRs, XDRs and SIEMs as touch-points.
  • As forensic analyst, I effectively performed forensic memory analysis/extractions on over 8 compromised critical assets (laptops, servers and mobile devices) with cutting edge technologies like Cellebrite and Blackbag for 4 priority organizations.
  • Effectively performed chain of custody evidence logging and handover during incident handling.
  • Authored Clients security incident playbooks, IR plan, reports, highlighting breaches, vulnerabilities and remedial measures for over 5 priority organizations.
  • Co-hosted security tabletop simulation drills to foster client preparedness or readiness to mitigate damage and liability during security breaches for 3 priority clients.
  • As team member, I participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

CyberSOC Africa
Lekki Phase 1, Lagos

Cyber Security Analyst
09.2020 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Monitored and evaluated security threats against critical assets in a 24x7x365 MSSP using SIEM, EDR and XDR technologies to priority organizations in banking and financial technologies.
  • Investigated and provided adept recommendations to security events (e.g. Unauthorized access, service exploitation, privilege escalations, firewall traffics etc.) to determine breaches and remediation process.
  • Reported and initiated escalation of Immediate threats to clients with effect.
  • Authored and documented Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) document for daily use by SOC Analysts.
  • Assisted as first line security analyst in threat hunting and computer security incidence response.
  • Designed and spearheaded internal SOC CTF platform as part of mentor-ship and training exercise for incoming SOC Analysts.
  • With good communication skills, I actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

Mr Oluwafemi Osho
Minna, Niger

Volunteer - Cyber Security Awareness Program
09.2019 - 09.2019

Job overview

  • Volunteered in groups to help make measurable differences for program recipients.
  • Instructed over 100 students recipients on various methods to ensure safety while using the internet and risks associated with non-compliance to stated methods.

Education

Federal University Of Technology Minna
Niger State, Nigeria

Bachelor of Technology from Cyber Security Science
12.2014 - 12.2019

University Overview

Obtained the Bachelor of Tech degree with GPA 4.1

  • Awarded a Certificate of Excellence by the Institution Vice Chancellor.
  • Member of National Association of Cyber Security Science Students.
  • Dean's List May 2017 till graduated.

Relevant Coursework: Digital and Network Forensics, Cyber Crime Law, Ethical Hacking, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessment and Analysis, National Security, Cloud Computing, Data Mining, Cryptography, Risk Management, Incidence Response, Biometrics, Intrusion Detection and Cyber Attacks and Countermeasures.

Skills

Communication, Teamwork, Personal growth and development, Adept thinking, Adaptability and Building relationships

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Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Authored and documented an Incident Response First responder workflow guide to foster swift incident containment by SOC analyst before escalation to Emergency Incident Response Team.
  • Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of an effective threat hunting model and reporting template for clients.
  • Collaborated with team of 3 to create a simulated EVE environment for security related drills for technical tabletops reflecting roles responsibilities reflected in client's IR Plan.
  • Identified and resolved EDR and SIEM visibility issues which led to onboarding of more systems and creation of more use cases and rules.
  • Achieved excellent team synergy through the hosting of team bonding exercises.
  • A Panelist At NaijaSecForce Virtual Cybersecurity Awareness Month on the topic - How to get started in Capture -The Flag Ethical Hacking Challenges.
  • Speaker at the Diary of Hackers Cyber Security Awareness Month on the topic - How To Get Started In Cyber Security.

Interests

Gaming, watching movies, animes, music, studying, sketching and outdoor activities

Timeline

Incident Responder
CyberSOC Africa
04.2022 - Current
Cyber Security Analyst
CyberSOC Africa
09.2020 - 03.2022
Volunteer - Cyber Security Awareness Program
Mr Oluwafemi Osho
09.2019 - 09.2019
Federal University Of Technology Minna
Bachelor of Technology from Cyber Security Science
12.2014 - 12.2019

Qualifications

Qualifications
  • Cellebrite Windows Forensics Investigator (CWFI) and Fundamental of Mobile forensics training.
  • Certified in Cellebrite Mobile Forensic Fundamentals (CMFF)
  • Splunk 7.x Fundamentals certified
  • Certified in the Foundation of Operationalizing MITRE ATT&CK.
  • Certified in Autopsy Basics and Hands On.
  • Certified in VMware Carbon Black Cloud Endpoint Standard Associate Analyst Training.
  • MDE Ninja training in progress.

Affiliation

Affiliation
  • Nigeria Security Force (NaijaSecForce).
  • National Association of Cyber Security Science Students.
  • Diary of Hackers (Nigeria Chapter)
  • SheSecures - Africa

Qualifications

Qualifications
  • Cellebrite Windows Forensics Investigator (CWFI) and Fundamental of Mobile forensics training.
  • Certified in Cellebrite Mobile Forensic Fundamentals (CMFF)
  • Splunk 7.x Fundamentals certified
  • Certified in the Foundation of Operationalizing MITRE ATT&CK.
  • Certified in Autopsy Basics and Hands On.
  • Certified in VMware Carbon Black Cloud Endpoint Standard Associate Analyst Training.
  • MDE Ninja training in progress.

Affiliation

Affiliation
  • Nigeria Security Force (NaijaSecForce).
  • National Association of Cyber Security Science Students.
  • Diary of Hackers (Nigeria Chapter)
  • SheSecures - Africa

Qualifications

Qualifications
  • Cellebrite Windows Forensics Investigator (CWFI) and Fundamental of Mobile forensics training.
  • Certified in Cellebrite Mobile Forensic Fundamentals (CMFF)
  • Splunk 7.x Fundamentals certified
  • Certified in the Foundation of Operationalizing MITRE ATT&CK.
  • Certified in Autopsy Basics and Hands On.
  • Certified in VMware Carbon Black Cloud Endpoint Standard Associate Analyst Training.
  • MDE Ninja training in progress.

Affiliation

Affiliation
  • Nigeria Security Force (NaijaSecForce).
  • National Association of Cyber Security Science Students.
  • Diary of Hackers (Nigeria Chapter)
  • SheSecures - Africa

Qualifications

Qualifications
  • Cellebrite Windows Forensics Investigator (CWFI) and Fundamental of Mobile forensics training.
  • Certified in Cellebrite Mobile Forensic Fundamentals (CMFF)
  • Splunk 7.x Fundamentals certified
  • Certified in the Foundation of Operationalizing MITRE ATT&CK.
  • Certified in Autopsy Basics and Hands On.
  • Certified in VMware Carbon Black Cloud Endpoint Standard Associate Analyst Training.
  • MDE Ninja training in progress.

Affiliation

Affiliation
  • Nigeria Security Force (NaijaSecForce).
  • National Association of Cyber Security Science Students.
  • Diary of Hackers (Nigeria Chapter)
  • SheSecures - Africa

Qualifications

Qualifications
  • Cellebrite Windows Forensics Investigator (CWFI) and Fundamental of Mobile forensics training.
  • Certified in Cellebrite Mobile Forensic Fundamentals (CMFF)
  • Splunk 7.x Fundamentals certified
  • Certified in the Foundation of Operationalizing MITRE ATT&CK.
  • Certified in Autopsy Basics and Hands On.
  • Certified in VMware Carbon Black Cloud Endpoint Standard Associate Analyst Training.
  • MDE Ninja training in progress.

Affiliation

Affiliation
  • Nigeria Security Force (NaijaSecForce).
  • National Association of Cyber Security Science Students.
  • Diary of Hackers (Nigeria Chapter)
  • SheSecures - Africa

Qualifications

Qualifications
  • Cellebrite Windows Forensics Investigator (CWFI) and Fundamental of Mobile forensics training.
  • Certified in Cellebrite Mobile Forensic Fundamentals (CMFF)
  • Splunk 7.x Fundamentals certified
  • Certified in the Foundation of Operationalizing MITRE ATT&CK.
  • Certified in Autopsy Basics and Hands On.
  • Certified in VMware Carbon Black Cloud Endpoint Standard Associate Analyst Training.
  • MDE Ninja training in progress.

Affiliation

Affiliation
  • Nigeria Security Force (NaijaSecForce).
  • National Association of Cyber Security Science Students.
  • Diary of Hackers (Nigeria Chapter)
  • SheSecures - Africa

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