Azure Security Monitoring Lab
Summary
Practical lab focused on monitoring and analyzing security events within an Azure environment.
About
Detail-oriented and aspiring Cybersecurity Analyst with hands-on experience in identity and access management, cloud security controls, and IT audit documentation. Holds Microsoft SC-300 certification with practical expertise in Azure AD, MFA, and RBAC, directly applicable to IT access control monitoring. Eager to leverage foundational knowledge in SIEM tools, incident response, and vulnerability management to strengthen robust internal control frameworks within a dynamic financial institution like First Bank.
Work
Task Systems Ltd
|Licensing & Cloud Solutions Engineer
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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Summary
Administered identity management and access control processes, maintained compliance documentation, and monitored system access logs to enhance IT security and control.
Highlights
Administered comprehensive identity and access management (IAM) processes, ensuring precise user provisioning, de-provisioning, and privilege management across diverse client systems to mitigate unauthorized access risks.
Maintained meticulous compliance documentation and audit trails for client systems, ensuring readiness for internal control reviews and upholding data integrity standards.
Monitored system access logs rigorously, identifying and flagging anomalies to proactively enhance the IT security and control environment, reducing potential breach vectors.
Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering and operations teams to identify and mitigate operational risks, significantly improving overall system security posture and resilience.
Supported the strategic implementation of secure cloud practices, including Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), bolstering cloud security frameworks.
TecHERdemy Program – TD Africa
|Cybersecurity Trainee
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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Summary
Monitored and triaged security alerts, conducted vulnerability assessments, and assisted in incident investigation and documentation to strengthen security posture.
Highlights
Monitored and triaged over 50 daily security alerts using SIEM tools, accurately identifying access anomalies and potential control violations to enable rapid response.
Conducted basic vulnerability assessments, meticulously tracking remediation efforts, and maintaining structured risk registers to improve organizational security posture.
Assisted in critical IT incident investigations and comprehensive documentation, enhancing response accuracy and audit trail quality for compliance.
Actively participated in incident response simulations and post-incident reviews, strengthening practical understanding of control testing processes and emergency protocols.
Produced structured compliance and security reports, translating complex technical findings into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders and demonstrating strong technical writing.
Centre for Cyber Security Studies & Research
|Cybersecurity Trainee
Remote, N/A, N/A
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Summary
Researched emerging cyber threats, supported documentation of vulnerabilities, and assisted in updating incident response playbooks.
Highlights
Researched emerging cyber threats and compiled weekly threat intelligence reports, providing critical insights that informed proactive risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
Supported the systematic documentation of identified vulnerabilities, control weaknesses, and risk findings, ensuring structured record-keeping for audit and remediation.
Assisted in updating and refining incident response playbooks, ensuring strict alignment with established control frameworks and industry best practices.
Collaborated effectively with cross-functional team members during daily security operations, fostering a cohesive environment and demonstrating strong teamwork.
Eko Electricity Distribution Company
|Customer Support Officer (NYSC)
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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Summary
Maintained secure handling of sensitive customer data, accurate record-keeping, and collaborated with internal teams to improve service delivery.
Highlights
Maintained secure and confidential handling of sensitive customer data across 50+ daily interactions, consistently adhering to data governance protocols and privacy regulations.
Maintained detailed and accurate customer records, applying a meticulous, detail-oriented approach consistent with internal control standards to ensure data integrity.
Collaborated effectively with diverse internal teams to streamline processes and improve service delivery, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Education
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Nsukka, Enugu, Nigeria
B.Sc.
Political Science
Languages
English
Certificates
Microsoft SC-300: Identity & Access Administrator Associate
Issued By
Microsoft
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
Issued By
LetsDefend SOC Analyst Training
Issued By
LetsDefend
TryHackMe SOC Path
Issued By
TryHackMe
Skills
Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Azure AD, MFA, RBAC Administration, IT Access Control Monitoring, User Provisioning, Privilege Management.
Security Operations
SIEM Tools & Log Analysis, Vulnerability Assessment & Risk Tracking, Incident Response & Documentation, Threat Intelligence, Alert Triage, Intrusion Detection.
Cloud Security
Azure, Cloud Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
Compliance & Audit
Security Audit & Compliance Documentation, ISO 27001 & PCI DSS Frameworks, Internal Control Reviews, Risk Registers, Data Governance.
Analytical & Reporting Skills
Analytical Thinking, Report Writing, Technical Writing, Cross-functional Collaboration, Problem-Solving.
Projects
SOC Alert Analysis – LetsDefend
Summary
Simulated Security Operations Center (SOC) environment for alert investigation and incident reporting.
Cyber Threat Mapping Project (Azure VM Lab)
Summary
Project involving the simulation of attack scenarios and vulnerability testing on a cloud-hosted virtual machine.