Helen Oluwafunmilayo Daso
Stockton-on-Tees,STT
Summary
Accomplished educator with expertise in teaching and learning delivery, curriculum development, and quality assurance. Proficient in utilising digital teaching tools such as VLEs and Microsoft 365 to enhance student experience and engagement. Skilled in computing and cybersecurity, with a strong background in networks, cloud technologies, and threat intelligence. Committed to fostering student mentoring, supervision, and collaboration across programmes. Aims to contribute to academic excellence through innovative module design and effective assessment strategies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Cybersecurity Analyst
CyBlack, United Kingdom
Virtual, Wirral
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted incident response and security monitoring using Microsoft Defender XDR and Azure Intune, translating findings into case studies for classroom teaching.
- Mapped threat actor behaviours to MITRE ATT&CK, embedding this research into teaching modules to enhance academic rigour.
- Developed learning resources from real-world vulnerability assessments (Nessus, Wireshark), linking technical analysis to student projects.
- Delivered security awareness sessions, demonstrating practical approaches to cyber threats and student engagement.
Cybersecurity Trainer (Part-Time)
ISECUR Data Limited, UK
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Designed and facilitated training aligned with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ensuring relevance to academic and industry standards.
- Delivered interactive workshops and tutorials on phishing, incident response, and cloud security, improving learner confidence and application of skills.
- Integrated GDPR and data protection compliance into teaching content, enhancing student awareness of legal and ethical responsibilities.
- Used MS Teams and online platforms to support blended learning, ensuring materials were accessible and engaging.
Cybersecurity Threat Analyst
National Population Commission, Nigeria
01.2017 - 01.2024
- Designed and delivered national training campaigns on phishing awareness, training over 10,000 staff and reducing click rates by 35%.
- Supported digital learning initiatives by developing e-learning content for staff, embedding interactive modules for greater engagement.
- Led risk assessments and internal audits aligned with NIST and ISO 27001, producing reports now used as teaching case studies.
- Mentored junior staff and trainees, modelling best practice in problem-solving, teamwork, and security compliance.
- Contributed to curriculum enhancement by aligning large-scale IT operations (endpoint security, Azure migration) with real-world teaching examples.
Lecturer in Computer Science
Primeville College, Nigeria
Abuja
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Delivered lectures, seminars, and tutorials across computer science modules including programming, databases, and networking.
- Designed and updated teaching materials, ensuring alignment with programme specifications and student needs.
- Introduced practical lab sessions and case studies, improving student pass rates by 20% and enhancing engagement.
- Supervised final-year projects, mentoring students in research, coding, and academic writing. Supported quality assurance by contributing to module reviews and suggesting improvements to enhance academic experience.
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
Teesside University
Bachelor of Technology - Mathematics & Computer Science
Federal University of Technology
Skills
- Teaching & Learning Delivery (lectures, seminars, tutorials)
- Curriculum Development & Module Design
- Quality Assurance & Student Experience Enhancement
- Digital Teaching Tools (VLEs, MS Teams, Microsoft 365)
- Computing & Cybersecurity (Networks, Cloud, SIEM, Threat Intelligence)
- Research & Academic Writing
- Student Mentoring, Supervision & Engagement
- Assessment, Feedback & Learning Support
- Collaboration & Teamwork across Programmes
Certification
- Microsoft Certified: SC-900 Security, Compliance & Identity Fundamentals
- Microsoft Certified: AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals
- Microsoft 365 Fundamentals
- ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity
- Cisco Certified in Cybersecurity
- Fortinet NSE
- Certified Microsoft Educator
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 Fundamentals
- ISO 27001 Lead Implementer (In View)
- Microsoft SC-200 Security Operations Analyst (In View)
Websites
Additional information
- Committed to continuous professional development, with plans to pursue PgCert/FHEA for higher education teaching.
- Experienced in both face-to-face and blended teaching delivery.
- Full Right to Work in the UK.
Timeline
Cybersecurity Analyst
CyBlack, United Kingdom
01.2025 - Current
Cybersecurity Trainer (Part-Time)
ISECUR Data Limited, UK
01.2024 - 08.2025
Cybersecurity Threat Analyst
National Population Commission, Nigeria
01.2017 - 01.2024
Lecturer in Computer Science
Primeville College, Nigeria
01.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Technology - Mathematics & Computer Science
Federal University of Technology
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
Teesside University
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