aminu samaila
@aminusamaila
Security engineer focused on cloud and application security automation.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Security Engineer with deep expertise in cloud security, Agile delivery, and application security. I automate CI/CD and security workflows to improve deployment efficiency while raising security posture across teams.
At Cummins, I implemented automation of (CI/CD) pipelines with tools like Ansible, GitLab, and Docker—boosting deployment efficiency and reducing time-to-market by more than 20%. I also designed CI/CD pipelines using AWS (including CloudWatch/CloudTrail), Veracode, and Azure, streamlining software delivery for faster and more reliable releases.
I lead Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), Static Application Security Testing (SAST), and performance testing using HCL AppScan and Veracode. I facilitate application security coaching for 30+ teams and created an Application Security Awareness course program for all Cummins employees worldwide to help them learn, practice, and obtain application security certifications.
Earlier, I worked as a Quality Assurance Engineer, coaching 15+ team members on Tricentis qTest and Tosca and mentoring teams on Agile Test-First practices (BDD, ATDD, and TDD). I bring that same practical, collaborative mindset to security—turning testing and governance into repeatable, measurable systems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Automated CI/CD processes with Ansible, GitLab, and Docker, improving deployment efficiency and reducing time-to-market by more than 20%. Led DAST/SAST and performance testing using Veracode and HCL AppScan, and streamlined financial workflows with Power Automate to cut process time from 7 days to 2 days.
Live Stream Engineer
Verizon Media
Apr 2020 - Jul 2023 (3 years 3 months)
Operated 300+ live sporting events, coordinating real-time logistics with the live coordination team to ensure seamless execution and improve audience engagement. Reviewed event scheduling and maintained incident documentation reporting protocols to increase operational transparency and response speed.
Coached and mentored 15+ team members on Tricentis qTest and Tosca automation, and incorporated Agile test-first practices across 20+ teams using BDD, ATDD, and TDD. Mentored interns and worked with clients to assess technical requirements and integrate QA strategy into delivered products.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering
2016 - 2020
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from George Mason University, studying core engineering and computing topics from 2016 to 2020.
Northern Virginia Community College
Associate of Science, Computer Science
2014 - 2016
Earned an Associate of Science in Computer Science at Northern Virginia Community College from 2014 to 2016.
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