OLUFEMI KABIR OLANIPEKUN

Highly Skilled Chartered IT Professional & Cybersecurity Expert

Plot 313 Augustus Aikhomu Way,, 9000108, Abuja, Nigeria.

About

Highly skilled Chartered IT Professional with over 5 years of expert experience in IT systems support, information security management, and advanced cybersecurity, including AI-Powered Automation and ethical hacking. Proven ability to design, implement, and protect complex systems and networks from sophisticated cyber threats, ensuring data integrity and operational resilience. Adept at leveraging problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills to drive digital transformation and secure enterprise solutions in dynamic environments.

Work

SMARTCLOUD Technology Solutions

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Head, IT Infrastructure and Data Security Operation Specialist

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

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Summary

Led IT infrastructure and data security operations at SMARTCLOUD Technology Solutions, overseeing network management, data protection, and strategic IT planning.

Highlights

Installed, configured, monitored, and maintained enterprise network hardware and software, including Cisco/Meraki Routers and ASAs 55xx series appliances, ensuring robust network performance and security.

Managed and periodically tested backup systems, ensuring 100% successful completion and compliance with global best practices, standards, and frameworks.

Developed operational and strategic IT plans, promoting innovation and forecasting projects to align technology with business goals.

Deployed, monitored, maintained, developed, upgraded, and supported all IT systems, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.

Protected network users from malicious attacks by implementing Catalyst Infrastructure Security Features (CISF) and integrating external Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) services, enhancing network security.

Emerging Africa Group

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Cybersecurity Specialist, Ethical - Hacker/Blue Team (Penetration - Tester)

Abuja, Nigeria

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Summary

Conducts advanced penetration testing and cybersecurity analysis for Emerging Africa Group, focusing on identifying vulnerabilities and implementing robust security measures.

Highlights

Performed comprehensive penetration tests on network devices, applications, and security monitoring systems, identifying critical vulnerabilities to enhance organizational security posture.

Designed and implemented new security measures while improving existing ones, significantly strengthening defensive capabilities against cyber threats.

Scanned financial networks and Wi-Fi for vulnerabilities and conducted backdoor testing, proactively identifying and mitigating potential exploitation points.

Developed and documented detailed test plans and procedures, and reported results to the business team, facilitating informed decision-making for security improvements.

Executed port scan servers using NMAP and tested system modifications prior to implementation, ensuring secure deployment and maintaining bug resolution efforts.

SECPRO AFRICA LIMITED

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IT Systems Support Analyst / Information Systems Security Management (Consultant)

Abuja, Nigeria

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Summary

Led IT systems support and information security management as a consultant for SECPRO AFRICA LIMITED, focusing on real-time threat monitoring, security architecture development, and disaster recovery for international clients.

Highlights

Installed, configured, and integrated SIEM solutions (Splunk, Wazuh) with other security tools and network assets, enabling real-time monitoring, alerting, and rapid response to security events across diverse client environments.

Developed and deployed robust security architectures and implemented comprehensive disaster recovery processes, significantly enhancing organizational resilience and data protection for clients.

Executed web application environment security concepts, performed thorough risk analyses, and prevented data loss, safeguarding critical information assets.

Managed the identity and access provisioning lifecycle and implemented comprehensive security policies, applying risk management strategies within client organizations.

Oversaw IT infrastructure management with strong proficiency in scripting and compiled programming languages, ensuring optimal performance and security for client systems.

SBS Nigeria LTD

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Cloud Computing Architecture (Consultant)

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

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Summary

Provided expert cloud computing architecture consultancy to SBS Nigeria LTD, focusing on resource management, infrastructure automation, and enterprise solution deployment.

Highlights

Created and managed diverse cloud resources, optimizing performance and cost-efficiency for various enterprise applications.

Configured and managed Microsoft Office 365 users and accounts, streamlining collaboration and productivity across the organization.

Set up and configured secure cloud environments, automating infrastructure deployment to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.

Deployed and monitored enterprise applications, ensuring high availability and robust performance for critical business operations.

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)

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Lab Instructor - Internetworking & Network Administrator R & S V3.0 (Graduate Intern)

Umuchu, Anambra, Nigeria

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Summary

Served as a Lab Instructor and Network Administrator during NYSC, educating students on networking concepts and managing small-to-medium sized network infrastructures.

Highlights

Taught students fundamental networking concepts and technologies, preparing them for CCNA Exams and improving their technical proficiency.

Installed, configured, operated, and troubleshot small-to-medium-sized routed and switched networks, enhancing network reliability and connectivity to remote sites.

Implemented and verified WAN connections, ensuring seamless routing and switching within the business enterprise.

Introduced students to wireless networking concepts, terminology, and performance-based skills, enhancing their practical understanding of modern network environments.

Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)

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One-Year Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) / Internship

Abuja, Nigeria

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Summary

Performed PC installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting during a one-year industrial internship at Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation.

Highlights

Performed comprehensive PC installations, upgrades, and repairs on hardware and software for the corporation, ensuring optimal system functionality for users.

Troubleshot and resolved complex technical problems, minimizing downtime and improving operational efficiency for corporate users.

Volunteer

Award of Honor Recipient

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NASRUL-LAHI-L-FATIH SOCIETY (NASFAT)

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Received an Award of Honor from NASRUL-LAHI-L-FATIH SOCIETY (NASFAT) Abuja branch, recognizing contributions to the community.

Presiding Officer (Ad-hoc Staff)

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Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)

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Served as a Presiding Officer during a Senatorial Election re-run, ensuring fair and transparent electoral processes.

Secretary General

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Corps Member Welfare Association (NYSC)

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Served as Secretary General for the Corps Member Welfare Association (NYSC), managing administrative duties and supporting member welfare.

Program Officer/Facilitator & Co-ordinator

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National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)

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Coordinated and facilitated ICT capacity building training for secondary school students as part of Personal Community Development Projects under NYSC/MDGs.

Highlights

Organized and delivered sensitization programs on Information & Communication Technology (ICT) for Pioneer Secondary School Students, enhancing digital literacy.

Coordinated free ICT Capacity Building Training, contributing to community development goals under the NYSC/MDGs initiative.

Education

3MTT/NITDA

Abuja, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Professional Program AI/ML Analyst

CPN/NSQ

Abuja, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Professional Program AI-Powered Automation Specialist

Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN)

Abuja, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Entrepreneurship Training Programme Certified Project Manager

CISCO Networking Academy Inc.

CA, USA, United States of America
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Certification Program Endpoint Security

CISCO Networking Academy Inc.

CA, USA, United States of America
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Certification Program Ethical Hacker & Pen-Tester

3MTT/NITDA

Abuja, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Professional Program Cybersecurity Analyst

CISCO Networking Academy Inc.

CA, USA, United States of America
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Certification Program Cyber Threat Management

SkillUp (Simplilearn Solutions Pvt Ltd)

INDIA, India
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Certification Program CISSP® Certified Information Systems Security Professional

Great Learning Academy

INDIA, India
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Certification Program Cloud Computing Architect

Great Learning Academy

INDIA, India
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Certification Program Advanced Cybersecurity

PAN - Atlantic University

Lagos, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Certification Program Enterprise Development

CBN Int'l Training Institute (ITI)

Abuja, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Training Program Financial Education

Kaduna Polytechnic

Kaduna, Nigeria, Nigeria
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HND Information Technology

Awards

Award of Honor

NASRUL-LAHI-L-FATIH SOCIETY (NASFAT) Abuja

Recognized for significant contributions to the community by the NASRUL-LAHI-L-FATIH SOCIETY.

Languages

English

Yoruba

Certificates

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Analyst

AI/ML Analyst

3MTT/NITDA

AI-Powered Automation Specialist

CPN/NSQ

Prompt Engineering for Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), NLP

Endpoint Security

CISCO Networking Academy Inc.

Cybersecurity Analyst

3MTT/NITDA

Cyber Threat Management

CISCO Networking Academy Inc.

Certified Project Manager

Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN)

Ethical Hacker & Pen-Tester

CISCO Networking Academy Inc.

Encoder – Decoder Architecture

Google Cloud – Simplilearn | SkillUp

CISSP® Certified Information Systems Security Professional

SkillUp (Simplilearn Solutions Pvt Ltd)

Advanced Cybersecurity – Threats and Governance

Great Learning Academy

Infrastructure and Application Modernization

Google Cloud – Simplilearn | SkillUp

Innovating with Data and Google Cloud

Google Cloud – Simplilearn | SkillUp

Website UI / UX Designing using ChatGPT

Simplilearn | SkillUp

Understanding Google Cloud Security and Operation

Google Cloud- Simplilearn | SkillUp

Excell Automation using ChatGPT

Simplilearn | SkillUp

Advanced Search Engine Optimization Certification Program SEO

Simplilearn | SkillUp

Cloud Computing Architect

Great Learning Academy

YouTube and Video Marketing

Simplilearn | SkillUp

Enterprise Development

PAN - Atlantic University

Project Management

Nigeria Bottling Company (NBC)

Financial Education

CBN Int'l Training Institute (ITI)

Skills

Operating Systems

Windows, Mac OS, Linux distributions, GNU/Kali-Linux OS, Parrot OS, BlackArch, Ubuntu, Fedora, CentOS, Microsoft Server 2019.

Cloud Platforms & SaaS

Google Workspace, Microsoft Office 365, Salesforce, Canva, Google Cloud.

Networking Fundamentals

TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Cisco Routers, Meraki Routers, ASAs 55xx series appliances, Network Switches, WAN, Wireless Networking.

Hardware Troubleshooting

Desktops, Laptops, Printers, PC installations, Upgrades, Repairs.

Programming & Scripting

HTML, XHTML, CSS3, Python/Django, JavaScript, MySQL, Scripting Languages.

Cybersecurity Tools & Concepts

SIEM Tools Solutions, Splunk, Wazuh, Security Architectures, Disaster Recovery, Web Application Security, Risk Analysis, Data Loss Prevention, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Security Policies, Risk Management Strategies, Penetration Testing, NMAP, Backdoor Testing, Cyber Threat Management, Endpoint Security, Ethical Hacking.

AI/ML & Automation

AI/ML Analyst, AI-Powered Automation, Prompt Engineering for Generative AI (GenAI), NLP, Excell Automation using ChatGPT, Encoder – Decoder Architecture.

Project Management

Project Planning, Process Optimization, KPI Tracking, Enterprise Development.

Digital Marketing

Advanced Search Engine Optimization (SEO), YouTube and Video Marketing.

UI/UX Design

Website UI / UX Designing using ChatGPT.

Soft Skills

Prioritization, Multitasking, Problem-solving, Analytical Skills, Communication (Interpersonal & Presentation), Time Management, Growth Mindset, Diverse Perspective, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management.

Interests

IT Governance, Risk & Compliance

Installation, Troubleshooting, Secure Networks, Data Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability (CIA), IT Governance, Risk & Compliance Systems, Global Practice Standards, Frameworks, Methodologies.

References

Engr, Sadiq Muhammed

MaxTrend Technology, Wuse 2, Abuja. Tel: + 234 (0) 806 241 7917

Barrister Abdulraheem Adesina

Independent Corrupt Practice Commission (ICPC) Central Area - Abuja. Tel: + 234 (0) 807 314 8989