Independent / Self-Guided Practice
|Cybersecurity Analyst (Hands-on Projects & Virtual Labs)
Lagos, Nigeria
Summary
Led comprehensive cybersecurity simulations and hands-on projects, applying industry-standard tools and methodologies to develop practical defense and analysis skills.
Highlights
Designed and deployed a multi-OS virtual lab environment (Ubuntu, Kali, Nessus, Wazuh) to simulate advanced penetration testing and defense scenarios.
Configured and managed Wazuh SIEM for real-time log aggregation and comprehensive security monitoring across diverse systems.
Executed network reconnaissance using Nmap to identify hosts, services, and potential vulnerabilities, strengthening network defense capabilities.
Performed web application security testing with Nikto and Curl, uncovering critical vulnerabilities and enhancing application resilience.
Conducted Nessus vulnerability scans to detect CVEs and validate remediation efforts, improving system security posture.
Analyzed network traffic on Windows systems to detect anomalies and potential threats, bolstering incident detection skills.
Practiced incident response protocols for simulated security incidents, developing critical skills in threat containment and resolution.