NABEEL AHMED YAYALE
Abuja, Nigeria
Summary
Cybersecurity and ICT Professional with 10+ years of experience in the New Media and Information Security Department under the Cyber Security Unit, as well as the Research and Development Department, Emerging Technologies Research Unit. Proven expertise in collaborative problem-solving, stakeholder engagement and effectively aligning technology solutions with organizational objectives.
Demonstrates a proactive approach to challenges, with a strong commitment to taking on additional responsibilities to achieve team goals. Recognized for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset, dedicated to making meaningful contributions that advance organizational success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Officer (Emerging Tech. Research Unit)
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)
10.2017 - Current
- Conduct research on emerging technologies to inform national telecom policies
- Participate in training workshops to enhance staff technical awareness
- Organized and facilitated investigator and coordinator meetings, conferences and events associated with research activities.
- Managed project budgets, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources while maintaining high standards of quality.
- Liaised between departments to ensure timely dissemination of critical information relevant to ongoing projects.
- Established strong working relationships with stakeholders, facilitating communication and collaboration on research projects.
- Edited, reviewed and supported grant applications to provide comprehensive funding for research objectives.
- Analyzed findings and reports from researchers in program and interpreted for supervisory staff.
Cybersecurity Unit Member
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)
10.2013 - 10.2017
- Supported the establishment of the Cyber Security & Incidence Response Team as a committee member
- Assisted in vulnerability assessments for the Commission to ensure compliance with national standards and best practice.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Documented security incidents and contributed to incident response protocols
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
NYSC Intern, Technical Support
Galaxy Backbone Plc
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Assisted in configuring Cisco/Huawei routers and switches for Government offices
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Supported troubleshooting of LAN/WAN connectivity issues
- Maintained network documentation for audit purposes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Networks
Middlesex University
London, United Kingdom 01.2005 - 06.2009
West African Senior School Certificate -
Nigerian Turkish International College
Abuja, Nigeria 10.1998 - 01.2004
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Cybersecurity
- Stakeholder communication
- MS Office Suite
- Research proposals evaluation
- Research procedures
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Project Management
- Continuous improvement
Additional Information
Date of Birth: 24th November, 1986
State of Origin: Bauchi State
LGA: Shira Local Government
Current Position: Deputy Manager
Professional Development And Trainings
- Interpersonal Skills for Effective Communication & Confidence Building
- Cyber Security Awareness Training
- Impressive Presentation Skills and Public Speaking
- Regulation for the Digital Age
- Effective Report and Memo Writing Skills
- Skills for Excellent Communication Programme
- Total Quality Management for High Performance
- Project Management Programme
- Telecom Industry for Non-Engineers
- Computer Hacking and Forensic Investigator Training (EC-Council, 2020)
- In-Plant Training on Microsoft Excel Techniques
Committees And Contributions
- Emerging Technology Research Committee, contributed to research projects on emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, blockchain, etc. and their applications in telecom.
- Cyber Security Task Force, New Media and Information Security Department. Supported drafting NCC's cybersecurity CSIRT guidelines.
Certification
Interpersonal Skills for Effective Communication & Confidence Building. Cyber Security Awareness Training. Impressive Presentation Skills and Public Speaking. Regulation for the Digital Age. Effective Report and Memo Writing Skills. Skills for Excellent Communication Programme. Total Quality Management for High Performance. Project Management Programme. Telecoms Industry for Non-Engineers. Computer Hacking and Forensic Investigator Training. In-Plant Training on Microsoft Excel Techniques.
Hobbies
Travelling, horse riding, reading, farming and animals.
Timeline
Research Officer (Emerging Tech. Research Unit)
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)
10.2017 - Current
Interpersonal Skills for Effective Communication & Confidence Building. Cyber Security Awareness Training. Impressive Presentation Skills and Public Speaking. Regulation for the Digital Age. Effective Report and Memo Writing Skills. Skills for Excellent Communication Programme. Total Quality Management for High Performance. Project Management Programme. Telecoms Industry for Non-Engineers. Computer Hacking and Forensic Investigator Training. In-Plant Training on Microsoft Excel Techniques.
05-2014
Cybersecurity Unit Member
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)
10.2013 - 10.2017
NYSC Intern, Technical Support
Galaxy Backbone Plc
01.2011 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Computer Networks
Middlesex University
01.2005 - 06.2009
West African Senior School Certificate -
Nigerian Turkish International College
10.1998 - 01.2004
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