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Ahmad S

@ahmads

I am a cybersecurity and penetration testing specialist protecting systems through vulnerability assessment and remediation.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking entry-level cybersecurity roles focused on penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and incident response within collaborative teams that support learning and hands-on impact.

I hold a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing and a BSc in Computer Science, with hands-on experience across IT support, network troubleshooting, compliance, and vulnerability assessment. I am proficient with tools and platforms including Nessus, Nmap, Linux, Windows, MacOS, and Python.

In practical roles I developed interactive Power BI dashboards for HR reporting at a regional commission, performed device compliance and endpoint security deployments using Intune and JAMF in a multi-agency environment, and supported large-scale event network operations for hundreds of users. I have built penetration-testing tools as course projects, performed security analyses of IoT wearables, and designed combined cyber/physical security solutions.

I apply theory to real-world problems with a focus on measurable outcomes, clear reporting, and ethical practices. I seek to contribute to teams that value hands-on vulnerability assessment, continuous learning, and improving organizational security posture.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

HR Intern - Data Management

Current

Ecowas Commission

Feb 2025 - Present (6 months)

Maintain and reconcile SAP-extracted employee master data to organograms and developed interactive Power BI dashboards delivering real-time staffing and vacancy reporting across ECOWAS institutions to support bi-weekly strategic HR planning.

Power BI SAP Data Analysis HRIS Data Visualization Excel

IT Intern

Middle East Communications Network

Jul 2024 - Oct 2024 (3 months)

Performed device compliance checks and endpoint security deployments across 17 agencies, resolved BMC Helix ITSM tickets, and provisioned Windows and Mac devices using Microsoft Intune and Jamf.

Microsoft Intune Jamf SentinelOne BMC Helix ITSM Endpoint management Windows MacOS

IT Support Engineer

Beauty Bridge

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Supported network operations at GITEX Global 2023, troubleshooting connectivity for 300+ exhibitors and assisting 500+ visitors while maintaining SLA compliance and minimizing downtime.

Wi Fi)SLA Management Customer Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Middlesex University Dubai

Master of Science, Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing

Completed Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing at Middlesex University Dubai in November 2024, focusing on penetration testing and cybersecurity practices.

Kaduna State University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Completed Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Kaduna State University in March 2023, covering core computer science principles and practical IT skills.