Okechukwu Ukwueji
Summary
Cybersecurity-focused Software Engineer with 4+ years of experience in software development and
a strong emphasis on security. Skilled in vulnerability research, penetration testing, and privacy-focused blockchain research. Adept at leveraging AWS tools, Kali Linux, and Python to assess and mitigate risks. Passionate about threat modelling and delivering security solutions for complex systems. Committed to advancing software assurance at scale and continuously improving cybersecurity knowledge through hands-on research and learning platforms like TryHackMe.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software Developer/Security Information and Event Management Analyst
Dineatmine
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with the AWS Trusted Advisor team to identify and mitigate critical security risks in cloud infrastructure.
- Event Management using Cloudtrail.
- Conducted incident response to phishing-triggered breaches using MXTools and setting up DMARC and SPF, preventing data compromise and reducing
response time by 80%. - Enhanced network security through AWS best practices, reducing security incidents by 25%.
- Resolved AWS SES email deliverability issues, increasing communication reliability by 15%.
- Improved software efficiency by troubleshooting and resolving coding issues.
- Saved time and resources by identifying and fixing bugs before product deployment.
Software Developer
Zurichat
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Created robust backend services using RESTful API designs that facilitated seamless data exchange between front-end clients and back-end systems.
- Developed secure, scalable software solutions utilising industry-best coding and architecture practices.
- Created a knowledge base to streamline technical documentation, reducing onboarding time by
20%. - Ensured smooth deployments through diligent use of version control systems like Git alongside continuous integration tools.
Software Developer Intern
Genesystechhub ICT
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly learning and applying new technologies, tools, and methodologies as needed throughout the internship.
- Reduced system errors by 25% and increased development speed by 15% through OOP's best practices in C#.
- Developed strong problem-solving skills by troubleshooting complex issues during the internship period.
- Worked with developers to identify and remove software bugs.
- Collaborated with team members to design, develop, and launch a user-friendly software product.
Web Developer Intern
Digital Dreams ICT
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Contributed to the development of 10 enterprise applications, improving team productivity by 15%.
- Developed client documentation, reducing support inquiries by 25% and improving user independence.
- Developed user interfaces with modern JavaScript frameworks, HTML5, and CSS3.
- Wrote custom HTML and JavaScript for existing websites.
- Developed interactive prototypes using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery for client presentations and feedback sessions.
- Attended development programs to gain competencies and boost skill set.
Education
Master of Science - Cyber Security
Northumbria University
London, United Kingdom05-2023
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering
University of Benin
Edo, Nigeria01-2019
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Programming
- Object-oriented programming
- Software development
- Vulnerability assessment
- Identity and Access management
- Threat intelligence
- Endpoint security
- Log analysis
- Security policies
- Mobile forensics
- Kali Linux
- Python
- javascript
- Git
- Security analytics
- Data loss prevention
- Compliance monitoring
- Application security
- Incident response
- Network security
- Digital forensics
- Firewall management
- Disaster recovery
- Intrusion detection
- Secure coding practices
- Encryption technologies
- Penetration testing
- Regulatory frameworks
- Cloud security
- Security training
- Business continuity planning
- Information governance
- Malware analysis
- Compliance management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Security Protocols
- Quality assurance
- Cryptography
- zero-knowledge proof
- Business continuity
- Ethical hacking
- IT project management
Certification
- [cyber security] [NCSC] [2023] Foundation of Cybersecurity
- [Cloud computing] [AWS] 2024 AWS Cloud Practitioner.
football, cycling
I love playing football and cycling.
Timeline
Software Developer/Security Information and Event Management Analyst
Dineatmine
04.2023 - Current
Software Developer
Zurichat
10.2021 - 02.2022
Software Developer Intern
Genesystechhub ICT
07.2021 - 10.2021
Web Developer Intern
Digital Dreams ICT
06.2019 - 03.2021
Master of Science - Cyber Security
Northumbria University
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering
University of Benin
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