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Cybersecurity Technician | IT Support Specialist

Port Harcourt, NG.

About

Highly analytical and security-focused Cybersecurity Technician with 5+ years of experience across IT support, network security, and threat analysis. Proven ability to secure IT environments, monitor systems, and troubleshoot complex technical issues, leveraging expertise in tools like Wireshark, Nmap, and SIEM platforms. Dedicated to protecting critical infrastructure, detecting advanced threats, and ensuring data integrity to maintain robust operational resilience.

Work

Kemxx Nigeria Ltd (Corrosion Control Services)

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Technical Support Officer

Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

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Summary

Led secure IT operations, ensuring system reliability and data integrity across diverse engineering projects through proactive monitoring and troubleshooting.

Highlights

Supported secure IT operations, ensuring 99.9% system reliability and data integrity across diverse engineering projects.

Monitored and maintained critical IT systems, proactively identifying and resolving issues to reduce downtime by 15% and improve operational efficiency.

Troubleshot complex hardware and software issues, applying a security-first approach to maintain system integrity and minimize vulnerabilities.

Managed technical inventory, overseeing proper configuration and hardening of over 100 devices to strengthen overall security posture.

Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams to securely deploy technical solutions, integrating security best practices from conception to implementation.

Niger Delta Development Commission (Project HOPE)

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Data Collation Supervisor

Edo State, Edo State, Nigeria

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Summary

Supervised data collection and validation, implementing streamlined procedures to ensure accuracy and integrity of critical datasets for executive decision-making.

Highlights

Supervised data collection processes for critical datasets, ensuring 100% accuracy, integrity, and security in compliance with organizational standards.

Validated large datasets and generated structured reports, providing executive leadership with actionable insights for strategic decision-making.

Implemented streamlined data handling procedures, reducing processing errors by 20% and inconsistencies, significantly improving data quality.

National Youth Service Corps

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ICT Teacher (NYSC)

Nigeria

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Summary

Educated students on ICT fundamentals and cybersecurity, managing secure computer laboratory systems and promoting responsible digital citizenship.

Highlights

Delivered engaging ICT lessons to over 150 students, covering computing fundamentals, cybersecurity awareness, and safe computing practices.

Managed and secured computer laboratory systems, ensuring 99% availability and data protection for all users through proactive maintenance and security protocols.

Guided students on responsible internet usage and personal data protection principles, fostering a secure and ethical digital environment.

Bet9ja

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IT Support / Technical Help Desk

Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

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Summary

Provided critical IT support and infrastructure maintenance in a high-availability environment, resolving technical issues to ensure continuous business operations and system uptime.

Highlights

Resolved over 500 hardware and software issues for end-users annually in a fast-paced environment, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

Maintained critical IT infrastructure, ensuring all systems were consistently updated, patched, and secured, reducing vulnerability exposure by 15%.

Identified and troubleshot complex network-related issues, reducing downtime by an average of 10% and minimizing business disruption.

Delivered consistent technical support under pressure, achieving a 95% resolution rate while maintaining optimal system performance and uptime.

Education

Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri

Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
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Higher National Diploma (HND) Civil Engineering

Languages

English

Certificates

CompTIA A+

Pind Foundation

Fellow - 3MTT (NITDA) - Cybersecurity

3MTT (NITDA)

Industrial Training Fund (ITF SUPA) - Cybersecurity

Industrial Training Fund (ITF SUPA)

Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate

Google

Certificate of National Service Completion (NYSC)

NYSC

Data Collation & Entry Specialist

NDDC

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE 1, 2 & 3)

SPE YP Short Course: Machine Learning in Energy

SPE YP

Jobberman Soft Skills Training

Jobberman

Huawei BTS & Microwave Installation

Huawei

Skills

Network Security

Security Monitoring & Analysis, Vulnerability Scanning (Nmap), Packet Analysis (Wireshark, TCPDump).

Security Tools

Kali Linux, Metasploit Framework, MSFVenom, Steganography Tools.

Practices

Threat Detection & Incident Response, Reconnaissance & Info Gathering, Penetration Testing (Basic).

Infrastructure

Cisco Packet Tracer, Network Simulation, IT Support & Troubleshooting.

Soft Skills

Technical Documentation, Analytical Problem-Solving, Teamwork & Communication.

Projects

Cybersecurity Practical Experience

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Summary

Hands-on application of cybersecurity principles and tools through various practical exercises and simulated environments.

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