Web Technologies Collaborative Project
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Summary
Designed and deployed a fashion-themed website as part of coursework at Miva Open University, demonstrating full-stack development and collaborative project management.
DAUDA AZEEZ AKANDE
Aspiring SOC Analyst | Cybersecurity Student | Ethical Hacking Enthusiast
Nigeria, NG.About
Aspiring SOC Analyst and Cybersecurity Student with a unique academic foundation in Chemistry and Education, actively leveraging a B.Sc in Cyber Security to bridge technical and pedagogical expertise. Proven ability to rapidly assimilate complex technical domains, conduct scientific analysis, and deliver engaging instruction, now focused on applying these skills to threat detection, ethical hacking, and robust cloud security operations.
Work
AWS Community Program
|Cybersecurity Intern
Remote, Global, N/A
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Summary
Participated in a global initiative to build and secure AWS cloud environments, focusing on network monitoring and automated audit tasks.
Highlights
Built and configured secure AWS environments, including IAM roles, EC2 instances, and S3 policies, ensuring robust cloud infrastructure security.
Monitored network events using AWS CloudTrail and CloudWatch, identifying and responding to potential security incidents.
Automated audit tasks with Python scripts, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort in security operations by 20%.
Assisted in the development of onboarding documentation, facilitating smooth integration for junior participants into the program.
Government Secondary School
|Science & Cybersecurity Educator
Andoni, Rivers State, Nigeria
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Summary
Led comprehensive science instruction and introduced foundational cybersecurity principles to students, fostering STEM engagement and digital literacy.
Highlights
Delivered engaging science instruction and foundational cybersecurity principles to diverse student groups, enhancing digital literacy and critical thinking.
Designed and implemented student-centered lesson plans, leveraging educational technology (Google Classroom, Zoom) to promote active learning and STEM engagement.
Mentored students in digital literacy, inspiring interest in technology careers and fostering a proactive approach to online safety.
Conducted interactive lessons in ethical hacking and science experiments, simplifying complex concepts for improved student comprehension and practical skill development.
Volunteer
Local Tech Outreach Initiative
|Community Awareness Facilitator
Nigeria, Rivers & Oyo States, Nigeria
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Summary
Facilitated cybersecurity awareness campaigns and digital literacy workshops, educating diverse community members on online safety and responsible internet use.
Highlights
Conducted cybersecurity awareness campaigns on digital hygiene and phishing prevention, reaching non-technical audiences across Rivers and Oyo States.
Designed simplified visual aids and content, hosting interactive community sessions with demos and quizzes to enhance engagement and comprehension for over 100 participants.
Partnered with local schools to integrate cybersecurity education into extracurricular activities, expanding community impact and digital literacy.
Led sessions on digital skills, safe internet use, and responsible online behavior, empowering community members with essential online competencies.
Education
Miva Open University
Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)
Cyber Security
National Teachers Institute
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria
Postgraduate Diploma
Education
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)
Pure and Applied Chemistry
Languages
English
Certificates
AWS Cloud Foundations Certificate
Issued By
Amazon Web Services
Google Cybersecurity Certificate (In Progress)
Issued By
Coursera/Google
TryHackMe Achievements (100+ rooms completed | Top 20% globally | SOC Level 1 path)
Issued By
TryHackMe
#100DaysOfCloudSecWithTechboy Badge
Issued By
Techboy Community
Cybersecurity Awareness Facilitator Training
Issued By
Local Tech Outreach Initiative
Intro to Python for Security Automation
Issued By
Online Training
Digital Classroom Educator Certificate
Issued By
Google for Education
Networking & Ethical Hacking Workshop
Issued By
Tech Bootcamp
Web Technologies Certificate
Issued By
Miva Open University
Skills
Cybersecurity
Threat detection, Vulnerability assessment, Digital forensics, Incident response, Encryption protocols (AES, RSA), Ethical hacking basics, Risk assessment, Network defense, Threat intelligence, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO/IEC 27001, CIS Controls.
Cloud Security (AWS)
IAM & policy configuration, EC2 security groups, S3 bucket permissions, VPC setup, CloudTrail & CloudWatch monitoring, Identity and access management (IAM), Security best practices.
Networking & Operating Systems
TCP/IP, DNS, Firewalls, VPNs, Linux (basics), Windows Server, Wireshark, Nmap.
Programming & Scripting
Python (introductory level), Bash scripting, SQL basics.
Version Control
Git, GitHub (repository management, collaboration).
Software Proficiency
Kali Linux, Metasploit, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace.
Education & Pedagogy
Instructional design, Curriculum development, Student engagement, Classroom management, Adaptive instruction, Clear communication, LMS (Google Classroom, Moodle), Virtual classrooms (Zoom), Curriculum planning tools.
Scientific Research & Analysis
Laboratory procedures, Data analysis, Technical reporting, Spectrometry, Chromatography, Lab documentation, Scientific data visualization (Excel).
Problem Solving
Analytical reasoning, Creative troubleshooting, Resilience under pressure.
Collaboration & Leadership
Strong interpersonal skills, Mentorship, Project leadership, Teamwork.
Technical Adaptability
Rapid assimilation of emerging technologies, Cross-domain tool integration.
Soft Skills
Technical writing, Public speaking, Mentoring, Teamwork.
References
Dr. Emeka Ogbuju
Senior Lecturer, Miva Open University, Abuja, Nigeria | +234 806 739 5559 | emeka.ogbuju@miva.edu (Academic Supervisor)
Mrs. Grace O. Olatunde
ICT Coordinator, National Teachers Institute, Kaduna, Nigeria | +234 812 323 5409 | golatunde@ntikaduna.edu.ng (Professional Mentor)