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Education
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Certification
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Michael Kyame Oppong

London,UK

Summary

Experienced cybersecurity expert specializing in network security, incident response, and compliance with ISO 27001 standards. Demonstrates strong skills in cloud security, access management, and digital forensic tools. CISSP certified with a focus on GDPR compliance and secure software design. Committed to enhancing information assurance and data privacy.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Cyber security engineer

Northbridge Digital Services Ltd
Leeds, UK
2024.01 - 2025.01
  • Achieved 99.95% uptime for multi-site ICT and network services through secure design and delivery.
  • Optimised firewalls, IPSec VPNs, and SD-WAN, reducing WAN costs by 18% while enhancing encryption and access control for over 500 users.
  • Acted as 3rd-line escalation for major security incidents, implementing robust fixes that decreased repeat incidents.
  • Enhanced monitoring and alerting systems, contributing to 25% reduction in MTTR for security-related outages.
  • Executed several network and server migration projects without unplanned downtime, ensuring hardened baselines and updated access controls.
  • Produced technical risk and security reports for management, leading to prioritised remediation roadmaps and improved audit readiness.
  • Advised management on potential vulnerabilities and recommended improvements thereby contributing towards safer digital work environment.
  • Collaborated with IT team to ensure proper deployment of new software, boosting system security.
  • Secured sensitive information by enforcing data backup and protection procedures.
  • Established secure cloud-based infrastructures reducing potential exploits from attackers.
  • Organised routine penetration testing exercises ensuring robustness against external attacks.
  • Kept abreast with emerging cyber threats and implemented necessary countermeasures for improved resilience.
  • Conducted regular security audits in compliance with regulatory standards for improved business reputation.
  • Managed development of comprehensive cyber security projects to strengthen system defences.
  • Designed encryption systems to protect important company data from unauthorised access.

Network & Systems Security Engineer

Westmoor Technologies Ltd
Manchester, UK
2023.01 - 2024.04
  • Supported and secured L2/L3 networks, VPNs, and firewalls for enterprise clients, improving stability and security posture across multiple environments.
  • Hardened Cisco, Juniper, and Mikrotik devices by standardising secure templates for management access, logging, and routing policies, reducing configuration drift and misconfigurations.
  • Optimised OSPF and BGP routing with security-aware design, improving redundancy while limiting attack surface on exposed routing peers.
  • Administered Linux servers and core services (DNS, SMTP, HTTP), closing known vulnerabilities through patching and secure configuration, and reducing service-related incidents.
  • Rolled out improved SNMP and infrastructure monitoring, enabling earlier detection of anomalies and contributing to 25% reduction in MTTR across supported platforms.
  • Assisted with customer security reviews by providing updated diagrams, asset inventories, and configuration evidence, helping clients progress towards audit and compliance goals.
  • Collaborated with IT team to reinforce company-wide cybersecurity awareness.
  • Ensured data protection by enforcing strict access control policies.
  • Led installation of new security systems for increased threat detection capabilities.
  • Developed and implemented effective incident response protocols, mitigating potential cyber threats.
  • Improved system resilience to cyber attacks by implementing robust encryption techniques.
  • Enhanced network security by implementing advanced firewall configurations.
  • Supported disaster recovery efforts by creating reliable backup processes and procedures.
  • Oversaw secure network architecture design to bolster overall system integrity.
  • Piloted regular penetration testing exercises, identifying weak spots in existing security framework.
  • Orchestrated training sessions on latest cybersecurity trends, raising employee awareness and skill levels.

Junior Network Security Engineer

BlueHaven Solutions UK Ltd
Birmingham, UK
2022.01 - 2023.05
  • Delivered secure day-to-day operations for switches, routers, and firewalls, ensuring changes to VLANs and rules followed internal security change processes.
  • Supported secure circuit provisioning with telecom providers, validating configurations and encryption for critical links before handing over to senior engineers.
  • Installed and documented network equipment and rack-mounted servers following physical security and resilience standards, improving traceability and auditability of assets.
  • Participated in incident response during critical outages, assisting with initial containment actions and post-incident documentation to feed into preventive improvements.
  • Optimised security parameters on all hardware devices for enhanced protection level against threats.
  • Orchestrated training sessions on latest cybersecurity trends, raising employee awareness and skill levels.
  • Promoted and trained systems users in security awareness to maintain system security.
  • Tested security measures and systems, performing risk assessments to detect vulnerabilities.
  • Advocated for best practice adherence amongst colleagues, fostering a culture of cybersecurity consciousness.
  • Implemented strong user authentication procedures, reducing chances of unauthorized access attempts.
  • Ensured data protection by enforcing strict access control policies.
  • Developed solutions to limit access to protected data and programs.
  • Analysed complex technical issues, providing effective solutions in a timely manner.
  • Oversaw secure network architecture design to bolster overall system integrity.
  • Led the installation of new security systems for increased threat detection capabilities.

Education

MSc - Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

Leeds Trinity University
UK
2024.09 - 2025.09

BSc - Computer Science

University of Ghana
Ghana

Skills

  • Network security solutions: Firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto), VPN technologies (IPSec)
  • Incident response strategies: SNMP monitoring, log analysis, escalation handling
  • Architectural security design: High-availability L2/L3 systems, secure SD-WAN
  • Compliance and risk management: ISO 27001 assessments, audit preparation
  • Access management: VPN control mechanisms, RADIUS authentication
  • Cloud and systems protection: Linux/UNIX administration, secure web services
  • Governance and awareness training: Technical documentation creation
  • Digital forensic tools usage
  • Malware analysis and reversing
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Security architecture familiarity
  • Operating systems expertise
  • Secure software design principles
  • Security protocols comprehension
  • CISSP accreditation
  • GDPR compliances
  • SQL database proficiency
  • Secure coding practices
  • Cloud security control
  • Information assurance competence
  • Compliance regulations knowledge
  • Data privacy advocacy
  • Penetration testing expertise
  • Cyber threat intelligence
  • Risk identification
  • Troubleshooting proficiency
  • Firewall administration

Websites

Certification

  • CCNP-Level Networking Knowledge (Routing, Switching, Security).
  • SD-WAN & Enterprise Network Architecture Training, with focus on secure connectivity patterns.
  • AWS Networking Fundamentals, including VPC security groups, NACLs, and secure connectivity options.

Additional information

  • Strong security documentation, report writing, and communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experienced in vendor and carrier negotiation for secure connectivity and managed security services.
  • Currently on a UK Graduate visa, permitted to work full time in most roles (including permanent roles) without sponsorship, with only limited restrictions such as not working as a professional sportsperson or coach.
  • Open to immediate start in Cyber Security Engineer / Cyber Security Consultant / Network Security Engineer positions, with a view to progressing to Skilled Worker sponsorship.

Affiliations

  • Researching on new technological innovation that helps improve working standards

Accomplishments

Awarded best Staff at NorthBridge Digital Service Ltd

Languages

English
Native

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

MSc - Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

Leeds Trinity University
2024.09 - 2025.09

Cyber security engineer

Northbridge Digital Services Ltd
2024.01 - 2025.01

Network & Systems Security Engineer

Westmoor Technologies Ltd
2023.01 - 2024.04

Junior Network Security Engineer

BlueHaven Solutions UK Ltd
2022.01 - 2023.05

BSc - Computer Science

University of Ghana
Michael Kyame Oppong