EMMANUEL OMALE
Pentester
Glasgow
Summary
An MSc Cyber Security scholar with 5 years of proven experience in IT support/helpdesk actively seeking placement in cyber security-related roles to leverage hours of coursework/classroom training in digital forensics, network security, information security management, security testing databases, and web security. Strong background in providing first-line support to clients, great interpersonal and communication skills, and a team player
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Distribution Security Officer
Amberstone Security Limited, Amazon Aberdeen
05.2022 - Current
- Managing the reception desk, monitoring, and controlling appropriate access to the building and services
- Building, improving, and maintaining effective communication and relationships with co-workers, staff, subcontractors, vendors, and guests.
Cyber Security Industry Trainee
Brainnest
09.2022 - 10.2022
- In the module Security Testing, a black box system was presented, and I was required to perform a penetration test on it, it was a red team penetration testing
- Applying the Miter framework and cyber kill chain methodology, I was able to discover vulnerabilities within the system and exploit those vulnerabilities using different attack vectors
- Also, I drafted a security report detailing the vulnerabilities exploited, and the risk levels, and recommend mitigations to the vulnerabilities discovered, Tasked with different CTF challenges
- Trained in basic python programming language
- Received training on cyber security, network security, and information security concepts
- Performed web application hacking on intentionally vulnerable websites
IT Support Officer
Shoreline Natural Resources
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Excellent communications and patience skills when offering technical support for 100+ users and ensuring the proper maintenance of workstations, printers, and peripherals
- Responded to client requests and resolved issues to maximize system uptime
- Deployed new workstations and printers, installed and configured operating systems, applications, and drivers
- Introduced, integrated, deployed, and trained clients on using Microsoft office 365 remote working tools during the first covid-19 outbreak; thereby improving work efficiency and continuity
- Applying my people skills, I educated staff in the company on cyber attacks, the risks, and best practices to avoid these threats; this Improved the awareness of staff on the importance of cybersecurity
- Maintained an outstanding record of remote technical support, resolving 85% of all tickets each day.
IT Consultant
Geohn Consulting
10.2016 - 02.2018
- Presented Technical Solutions and support to meet the needs of the events managed by the company
- Successfully introduced effective use of social media Strategies Which Improved the marketability of the events coordinated by the organization
- Successfully managed and led a three-man IT team to build resources needed for all events coordinated by the organization.
Intern
Shoreline Power Company Limited
03.2015 - 10.2015
- Provided technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to computer systems, software, and hardware
- Provided basic computer literacy training for clients thereby reducing calls by 65% for basic computer-related issues
- Upgraded the company’s operating system for all client’s systems to windows 10 pro in less than a month
- Achieved a 90% problem-solution rate by responding promptly to clients’ technical issues and requests.
Education
MSc - Cyber Security
Robert Gordon University
United Kingdom 01.2022 - Current
Coding Traineeship - Software Development
IT Career Switch
United Kingdom 05.2022 - Current
Skills
Intrusion Detection
Digital forensic analysis
Penetration Testing
Threat Modelling
Wireshark
Sguil -NSMForensic AnalysisBurp-SuiteVolatilityNmapZapFFufKaliMetasploit FrameworkIriusRiskPremises Security
CCTV camera operations
Conflict resolution techniques
Risk analysis training
Superior customer service
Security Guard License
Communication
Security camera monitoring
Safety and security
Interpersonal Communication
Problem-Solving
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Written Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Office 365
HTML 5
Microsoft Active Directory
Hardware troubleshooting
Certification
ITIL V4 Foundation
Hobbies
- Poetry
- Audio Engineering
- Gaming
Timeline
Cyber Security Industry Trainee
Brainnest
09.2022 - 10.2022
Distribution Security Officer
Amberstone Security Limited, Amazon Aberdeen
05.2022 - Current
Coding Traineeship - Software Development
IT Career Switch
05.2022 - Current
MSc - Cyber Security
Robert Gordon University
01.2022 - Current
ITIL V4 Foundation
10-2021
IT Support Officer
Shoreline Natural Resources
02.2020 - 05.2020
IT Consultant
Geohn Consulting
10.2016 - 02.2018
Oracle 11g
07-2016
Intern
Shoreline Power Company Limited
03.2015 - 10.2015