Daniel Iwugo
@elementmerc
Cybersecurity analyst with hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, ethical hacking, and cloud security.
What I'm looking for
Skilled in Python, Linux, and penetration testing, with a proven record of producing insightful cybersecurity content and research.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Security Analyst
The CFO Advisory Services
Oct 2025 - Present (2 months)
Perform cybersecurity assessments and incident analysis to protect financial systems; implement vulnerability assessments and cloud security controls to reduce exposure. Collaborate with stakeholders to remediate findings and improve security posture.
Early Careers Advocate
BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
Jul 2025 - Present (5 months)
Facilitate networking events, workshops, and mentoring programmes for graduates and career changers while contributing to strategic planning and diversity initiatives for the Dorset branch.
Cybersecurity Contributing Writer
freeCodeCamp
Sep 2022 - Apr 2025 (2 years 7 months)
Published research-based cybersecurity articles reaching over 1M readers, recognized as Top Contributing Writer (2022, 2023) and created accessible content that educates and engages broad audiences.
Authored monthly cybersecurity articles covering security tools, data breaches, and AI in cyberspace, attracting over 600 monthly readers and translating technical topics for general audiences.
IT Specialist and Author
NIGCOMSAT
Nov 2023 - Sep 2024 (10 months)
Provided end-user technical support and training across the organisation while authoring technical content on space innovation; maintained IT equipment and produced user-friendly documentation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bournemouth and Poole College
NCFE Level 2 Certificate, Data Protection and Data Security
2025 - 2025
Completed an NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security focused on information security and data protection principles.
Babcock University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2019 - 2023
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with coursework and projects related to computing fundamentals and security topics.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
linktr.ee/elementmercSocial media
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