Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Projects
Interests
Additional Information
Certification
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Oluwatobi Boluwatife Taiwo

Ethical Hacker | Blockchain Developer
Lagos

Summary

First Class Honours Computer Science graduate with demonstrated expertise in cybersecurity and blockchain development. Proven track record in ethical hacking, penetration testing, and smart contract security through progressive roles at MTN Nigeria and current position as Ethical Hacker at SYNSERA Technologies.

Successfully designed and deployed advanced security solutions including SSH honeypot systems that captured real-world threat intelligence, and developed multiple blockchain applications with zero security vulnerabilities. Combines strong technical foundation in Python, C++, and Solidity with practical experience in vulnerability assessment, threat analysis, and secure system design.

Microsoft Azure certified professional with active membership in Computer Professionals of Nigeria, seeking to leverage comprehensive cybersecurity and blockchain expertise in challenging technical roles. Published technical content demonstrating thought leadership in emerging security trends and commitment to continuous learning in rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Blockchain Developer

Synsera
01.2025 - Current
  • Developed smart contracts for various applications, streamlining business processes and reducing costs.
  • Develop and audit smart contracts for blockchain applications, ensuring security best practices, and vulnerability mitigation.
  • Provided technical guidance to team members during project development, ensuring adherence to best practices and established standards.
  • Collaborate with development teams to integrate security measures into the product development lifecycle.

Penetration Tester

Synsera
01.2025 - Current
  • Perform ethical hacking engagements, including network reconnaissance, social engineering assessments, and application security testing.
  • Create and maintain security testing frameworks, and automated scanning tools for continuous security assessment.
  • Collaborate with development teams to implement secure coding practices, and integrate security into SDLC processes.
  • Develop and audit smart contracts for blockchain applications, conducting security reviews to prevent common vulnerabilities (reentrancy, overflow, etc.).

Software Tester Intern

Mtn Nigeria, Mobile Telecommunication Network
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Conducted comprehensive functionality testing of in-house applications and SIM card systems.
  • Identified and documented software defects, ensuring that quality assurance standards were met.
  • Performed regression testing and validation of software updates across multiple telecommunications platforms.
  • Collaborated with development teams to resolve technical issues, and improve system reliability.

Cybersecurity Intern

Mtn Nigeria, Mobile Telecommunication Network
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Monitored software updates and conducted security audits for enterprise-level telecommunications infrastructure.
  • Performed vulnerability assessments, and provided recommendations for system hardening and risk mitigation.
  • Contributed to cybersecurity team initiatives, supporting the protection of critical telecommunications assets.
  • Contributed to end-user security awareness training programs, promoting a strong organizational security culture.

Project Coordinator Intern

Mtn Nigeria, Mobile Telecommunication Network
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Managed project timelines, budgets, and deliverables for multiple concurrent technology initiatives.
  • Generated detailed reports on project progress, budget utilization, and risk assessment for senior management.
  • Strengthened client relationships through consistent communication and proactive problem-solving efforts during projects.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones were met within specified deadlines.

Education

Computer Science

Babcock University
Ogun State
07-2025

Skills

Smart contract development

Python, C, Linux/Shell Scripting, Rust

Penetration Testing

Network Security

Security Tools

Accomplishments

- Graduated First Class Honours with 4.51/5.0 CGPA, ranking in top 5% of Computer Science cohort
- Successfully deployed production-level honeypot system, capturing and analyzing real-world cyber threats
- Developed blockchain security solutions with zero vulnerabilities in smart contract implementations
- Published technical cybersecurity content, demonstrating thought leadership in emerging security trends
- Completed comprehensive Microsoft Azure certification track, validating cloud security expertise

Projects

  • SSH Honeypot Threat Analysis

- Designed and deployed isolated SSH honeypot environment capturing 45+ real attack attempts 

- Conducted comprehensive threat intelligence analysis, identifying professional-grade automated attack tools 

- Implemented network segmentation and security controls, ensuring complete system isolation  


  • DigiSeal - Blockchain Document Verification

- Developed smart contracts for secure document verification and authenticity validation 

- Implemented blockchain-based digital signature system with immutable record keeping  


  • VERIMASK - Privacy-Preserving Identity Verification

- Created blockchain solution for anonymous identity verification while maintaining privacy 

- Designed smart contract architecture for secure credential validation without data exposure

Interests

Gaming

Additional Information


- Active contributor to cybersecurity community through technical writing and project documentation
- Continuous learner pursuing advanced ethical hacking methodologies and blockchain security research
- Available for immediate employment

Certification

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

Timeline

Deloitte Australia - Cyber Job Simulation

06-2025

Blockchain Developer

Synsera
01.2025 - Current

Penetration Tester

Synsera
01.2025 - Current

Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals

06-2024

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

05-2024

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals

05-2024

Software Tester Intern

Mtn Nigeria, Mobile Telecommunication Network
01.2024 - 06.2024

Cybersecurity Intern

Mtn Nigeria, Mobile Telecommunication Network
01.2024 - 06.2024

Project Coordinator Intern

Mtn Nigeria, Mobile Telecommunication Network
01.2024 - 06.2024

Computer Science

Babcock University
Oluwatobi Boluwatife TaiwoEthical Hacker | Blockchain Developer