DAMILOLA AJAKAIYE

Cybersecurity Analyst
Lagos, NG.

About

Cybersecurity Analyst with years of experience specializing in Endpoint Security and Threat Detection, adept at securing enterprise endpoints, deploying EDR solutions, and orchestrating rapid incident response. Proven ability to enforce access control policies, optimize endpoint configurations, and leverage industry-leading SIEM/anti-malware tools to enhance organizational security postures. Collaborates effectively across teams to reduce attack surfaces, ensure compliance with standards like PCI DSS, and build resilient IT infrastructures.

Work

Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS)
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Cybersecurity Analyst

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Cybersecurity Analyst at Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System, responsible for protecting enterprise endpoints and critical infrastructure through advanced threat detection, incident response, and security policy enforcement.

Highlights

Proactively monitored endpoint activity and alerts using SIEM (IBM QRadar, Rapid7 InsightIDR) and IDS tools, identifying and neutralizing potential threats to safeguard critical banking infrastructure.

Orchestrated the isolation and remediation of compromised systems, coordinating malware removal using TrendMicro Deep Security and Cisco Secure Endpoint to minimize downtime and prevent lateral movement.

Managed and optimized EDR agent deployment and configuration across all endpoints, ensuring comprehensive real-time telemetry and enforcing least privilege access policies to enhance overall security posture.

Developed and maintained comprehensive incident response playbooks for endpoint threats, significantly enhancing preparedness and standardizing response procedures across the organization.

Conducted regular vulnerability scans using Qualys and Rapid7, identifying and implementing remediation for critical vulnerabilities, and trained staff on device security hygiene and phishing awareness, reducing human error risk.

Access Bank Plc
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Banking Operations Analyst (Cybersecurity Trainee)

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Banking Operations Analyst (Cybersecurity Trainee) at Access Bank Plc, focused on foundational cybersecurity practices including endpoint monitoring, access control, and compliance support.

Highlights

Monitored internal endpoints for abnormal behavior and access misuse, contributing to the early detection of potential security incidents.

Assisted in enforcing stringent endpoint access control and user privilege policies, enhancing data security and compliance across the organization.

Participated actively in cybersecurity audits and endpoint security assessments, ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance standards.

Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for secure data handling and patch management, improving operational efficiency and security hygiene.

Education

Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria

B.Sc.

International Relations

Grade: Second Class Upper Division

Certificates

CompTIA Security +

Issued By

CompTIA

ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

Issued By

ISC2

ISO 27032 – Cybersecurity Management

Issued By

GAQM

Skills

Cybersecurity Operations & Response

Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Malware Analysis & Mitigation, Threat Hunting & Log Correlation, SIEM Monitoring, Security Incident Response, Device Isolation & Quarantine, Vulnerability Scanning & Remediation, Incident Response Playbooks.

Security Technologies & Tools

TrendMicro Deep Security, Cisco Secure Endpoint, Rapid7 AppSec & IDR, Qualys, BurpSuite, Varonis, Netskope CASB, iZoologic, Teramind, Checkpoint Harmony Email Security, Wallarm API Security, MDM, Delinea PAM, Imperva DAM, Anti-malware Solutions.

Cloud & Network Security

AWS, Azure, IAM, VPNs, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Cloud Endpoint Security.

Monitoring & Logging

Wazuh, Grafana, IBM QRadar, Rapid7 InsightIDR, File Integrity Monitoring.

Security Compliance & Policy

Access Control & Policy Enforcement, Security Awareness & Policy Training, PCI DSS, Endpoint Hardening, SOP Development.