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Daniel Okpaku

Waterloo,ON

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

Hybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programs

Summary

Detail-oriented SOC Analyst with expertise in vulnerability assessment, endpoint security, and real-time threat monitoring. Proven ability to manage SIEM tools and enhance incident response protocols.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SOC Analyst (Tier 1 – Tier 2 Support)

NTA Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria
08.2022 - 02.2024
  • Monitored security alerts to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities in real-time.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of security incidents, documenting findings and recommendations.
  • Collaborated with IT teams to improve incident response protocols and enhance system security measures.
  • Analyzed logs from various systems to detect anomalies and ensure compliance with security policies.

Cybersecurity Analyst

Nigerian Breweries
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2021 - 03.2022
  • Monitored network security protocols to identify vulnerabilities and prevent unauthorized access.
  • Conducted routine security assessments, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Analyzed security incidents to develop effective response strategies and mitigate future risks.
  • Assisted in the implementation of cybersecurity tools, enhancing overall system security posture.

Education

Cyber Security

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener
12-2025

Master of Science - Project Management

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener
04-2025

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

UNIVERSITY OF BENIN (UNIBEN)
NIGERIA
08-2019

Skills

  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Endpoint security
  • SIEM management
  • Threat intelligence

Certification

  • CISSP - Certified Information System Security Professional In view

Interests

  • Drone Piloting
  • Virtual Reality
  • Web Development and Design
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community

Work Availability

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Timeline

SOC Analyst (Tier 1 – Tier 2 Support)

NTA Nigeria
08.2022 - 02.2024

Cybersecurity Analyst

Nigerian Breweries
01.2021 - 03.2022

Cyber Security

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

Master of Science - Project Management

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

UNIVERSITY OF BENIN (UNIBEN)
Daniel Okpaku