Chisom Obinna
@chisomobinna
Cybersecurity professional specializing in SOC operations, cloud security, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management.
What I'm looking for
I am a cybersecurity professional with three years of experience in SOC operations, cloud security, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management, skilled with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, and AWS/Azure security tools. I have a proven track record improving incident response readiness, conducting risk assessments, implementing compliance frameworks such as PCI DSS and ISO 27002:2022, and delivering measurable security-awareness improvements.
I have hands-on experience as a SOC training facilitator and cybersecurity analyst, developing IOCs, building security policies, running phishing simulations that increased employee security awareness by 25%, and operating cloud security controls across Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365. I continuously pursue certifications and practical labs to refine my cloud and SOC capabilities and contribute effectively to security teams protecting systems, data, and customer trust.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
SOC Training Facilitator
CyberSecHaven
Nov 2024 - Dec 2024 (1 month)
Delivered a comprehensive SOC Analyst learning path using the LetsDefend platform, facilitating modules on network log analysis, SIEM, and incident management and improving participants' incident triage and log analysis skills.
Cybersecurity Analyst
CyBlack
May 2024 - Aug 2024 (3 months)
Conducted cyber threat intelligence and delivered actionable IOCs, handled cloud security tasks using Microsoft Security Suite, and implemented security policies aligned with ISO 27002:2022, boosting detection and employee security awareness.
Cloud Security Engineer
Virtually Testing Foundation
Nov 2023 - Jan 2024 (2 months)
Implemented Microsoft Security solutions to detect and mitigate threats in Azure, and applied data protection and governance controls in AWS while completing cloud security labs and certifications.
ICT Technician
Ngbuzz Global Resources
Feb 2017 - Dec 2018 (1 year 10 months)
Provided IT support including hardware and software installation, troubleshooting, and repairs, resolving system errors and improving operational uptime across the organization.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National Youth Service
National Youth Service Discharge Certificate
Completed mandatory National Youth Service and received the discharge certificate in 2023.
Federal Polytechnic Nekede Owerri
Higher National Diploma, Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Grade: Distinction
Completed a Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Distinction in 2021.
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