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Abel Bitrus Duba

@abelbitrusduba

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Entry-level cybersecurity professional and SOC trainee transitioning from software development into defensive security.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I seek an entry-level SOC or cybersecurity internship where I can apply my developer-informed security skills, learn from mentors, and contribute to defensive operations.

I am an entry-level cybersecurity professional transitioning from software development into defensive (Blue Team) roles, with hands-on experience in web application security, Linux, and authentication systems.

My background includes building and securing client websites, scripting for log parsing and automation, and practical exposure to IoT and embedded systems using Arduino and Raspberry Pi. I have completed multiple cybersecurity courses and certifications that reflect months of focused study and labs.

I contribute to tech communities as a volunteer and leader, and I am actively seeking a Cybersecurity Internship or SOC trainee role where I can apply my developer perspective to protect systems and learn from experienced professionals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Web Manager & Photography Lead

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Life Missions

Jan 2024 - Present (2 years)

Managed and secured the organizational website, ensured uptime and performance optimization, and led multimedia content production and delivery.

Security Best Practices Performance Optimization Content Management Photography Media Production Linux

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Community Manager

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3MTT Nigeria

Dec 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)

Supported national tech programs and hackathons, provided media and technical support, and documented events while collaborating with engineers and mentors.

event support Community Management Technical Documentation Media Collaboration

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Wikimedia Contributor

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Wikimedia Group Gombe

Jan 2023 - Present (3 years)

Uploaded and curated digital content for public knowledge, practicing digital ethics, content verification, and responsible publishing.

Content Curation Verification Wikimedia Commons Documentation Collaboration

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Software Developer

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LiteCode

Jan 2023 - Present (3 years)

Built and maintained client websites with attention to security, performance, and responsiveness, and implemented backend logic with authentication and data protection considerations.

Web Development Backend Development Authentication Secure Coding JavaScript Python Linux Performance Optimization

Software Development Intern

Mic IT Loud Nigeria Ltd

Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)

Built and managed websites and supported business automation solutions while developing foundational secure coding habits during industrial training.

Web Development Secure Coding Automation HTML CSS JavaScript Team Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Gombe State University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Activities and societies: President, ICT Club (2023–2024); Software Director, Google Developer Student Clubs; Student Industrial Training (SIWES) internship experience

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with coursework and projects focused on software development and secure coding practices, graduating in May 2024.