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Vastalie Kayowa Efekele

Summary

Computer Science graduate with a strong foundation in security principles, encryption, and risk management. Skilled in programming with Python, Java, and C++, and experienced in working with SQL, bash scripting, and data analysis tools. Recently worked as an Aerospace and Defence Data Intern at Informa, where I supported the processing of sensitive procurement data, contributed to geopolitical risk research, and explored AI-based automation for secure data workflows. Interested in applying both technical and analytical skills in any technical role.

Work history

Aerospace and defence intern

Informa Markets
06.2025 - Current
  • Researched and wrote political environment section of Singapore’s defence market profile using AWIN templates and guidance from existing country reports.
  • Analysed US defence contract data by reviewing PDF documents and transcribing key procurement figures into Excel for internal tracking.
  • Used Informa’s in-house AI assistant to support data extraction and streamline process of defence budget documents.
  • Explored technical solutions for combining structured and unstructured data from multiple sources into unified spreadsheets.
  • Supported production of quarterly defence reports by preparing data inputs and visualisation-ready content.
  • Attended regular check-ins and collaborated with research analysts to refine project outputs and address technical challenges.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Goldsmiths, University of London

Skills

Cybersecurity Skills

  • Cryptography (Hash Functions,)
  • Digital Threat and Risk Management
  • Password Hashing (Bcrypt)
  • Entropy and Secure Password Practices
  • Attack Vulnerabilities and Exploits

Programming & Scripting

  • Python, Java, C
  • Bash, PowerShell
  • SQL, NoSQL

Tools & Technologies

  • Nmap
  • GitHub, Docker
  • Virtual Machines (VMware, VirtualBox)

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vefek001@gold.ac.uk

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Timeline

Aerospace and defence intern

Informa Markets
06.2025 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Goldsmiths, University of London
Vastalie Kayowa Efekele