AGBOOLA OLAWALE DAMILOLA

Cybersecurity Analyst | SOC Operations | Incident Response | Vulnerability Management

Lagos, NG.

About

Results-driven Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in SOC operations, threat detection, and incident response, adept at leveraging both defensive monitoring and offensive security knowledge to proactively identify and neutralize threats. Proficient with leading SIEM platforms (Wazuh, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel) and EDR solutions (Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne), alongside extensive experience in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing using tools like Nessus, Burp Suite, and Metasploit. Actively developing expertise in AI Security and advanced detection engineering, seeking roles that maximize a unique blend of analytical and practical security capabilities.

Work

AltSchool Africa

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Security Operation Analyst

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Currently contributes to enhancing organizational security posture by monitoring and analyzing security events, responding to incidents, and implementing proactive defense strategies.

Highlights

Monitors security alerts and events from SIEM platforms (Wazuh, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel) to detect and analyze potential threats, reducing false positives and enhancing response efficiency.

Performs initial incident response, including triage, containment, and eradication, leveraging EDR solutions like Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and CrowdStrike to minimize impact.

Contributes to threat hunting initiatives by analyzing network traffic and endpoint data to identify sophisticated attack patterns and indicators of compromise (IOCs).

Applies offensive security knowledge to anticipate attacker methodologies, enhancing defensive strategies and improving detection capabilities across critical systems.

Assists in vulnerability management activities, identifying and prioritizing weaknesses to strengthen overall system resilience and reduce attack surface.

AltSchool Africa

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Cyber Security Student

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Completed a foundational cybersecurity program, developing core skills in threat analysis, network security, and practical defensive techniques.

Highlights

Mastered fundamental cybersecurity concepts, including common threats, security principles, and best practices, through intensive coursework and practical application.

Gained hands-on experience in networking, configuring IP addressing, subnetting, routing, and switching using Cisco Packet Tracer, enhancing network troubleshooting capabilities.

Developed practical skills in Linux administration and basic security configurations through dedicated labs and exercises, building a strong operational foundation for security analysis.

Klemweb

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Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Conducted comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration tests for web applications, servers, and networks, identifying critical security weaknesses.

Highlights

Executed detailed vulnerability assessments and penetration tests using industry-standard tools including Nessus, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark, and Metasploit Framework.

Identified and validated critical security vulnerabilities across web applications, servers, and networks, providing actionable insights for remediation.

Simulated real-world attacks, such as SQL injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), and Brute-Force, to demonstrate exploitability and assess potential business impact.

Documented findings, prioritized vulnerabilities based on risk levels, and formulated clear, comprehensive remediation recommendations, significantly improving client security posture.

Collaborated with experienced security professionals to stay updated on emerging threats and enhance technical proficiency in offensive security methodologies.

alx_africa

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Software Engineer

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Completed an intensive software engineering program, building a robust foundation in programming, automation, and problem-solving critical for advanced security roles.

Highlights

Completed an intensive, project-based Software Engineering program, mastering Python, JavaScript, and Version Control (Git & GitHub) for robust application development.

Developed strong scripting and automation capabilities, applying these skills to enhance efficiency in security operations, detection engineering, and threat hunting.

Gained proficiency in Linux fundamentals, leveraging command-line tools and system administration skills for effective security analysis and malware analysis.

Applied problem-solving methodologies to complex technical challenges, building a foundation for identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities.

Education

Federal University of Technology Akure

Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria
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Postgraduate Diploma Cybersecurity

Federal University of Technology Akure

Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria
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Bachelors in Technology Ecotourism and Wildlife Management

Languages

English

Skills

Cybersecurity Operations

SOC Operations, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Security Monitoring, Detection Engineering, Threat Hunting, Malware Analysis, Security Operations Management.

Vulnerability Management & Pen Testing

Vulnerability Assessment, Penetration Testing, Web Application Security, Network Security, Nessus, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark, Metasploit Framework, SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Brute-Force.

SIEM & EDR Platforms

Wazuh, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne.

Programming & Scripting

Python, JavaScript, Scripting, Automation.

Operating Systems & Networking

Linux, Terminal, Bash, Vim, Networking, IP Addressing, Subnetting, Routing, Switching, Network Troubleshooting, Cisco Packet Tracer.

Developer Tools

Git, GitHub, Version Control, GIT AND GITHUB ESSENTIALS, GIT TRAINING.

Emerging Technologies

AI Security.