Ifeanyi Ekpunobi
Aspiring Cybersecurity Analyst
Boston ,MA
Summary
Aspiring cybersecurity analyst with a diverse academic background in literature, theology, and philosophy, coupled with technical training in network traffic analysis and cybersecurity principles. Equipped with exceptional research, critical thinking, and communication skills through Master's degrees in Creative Writing and Theology and Bachelor's degrees in Theology and Philosophy. Hands-on experience with Tcpdump, Wireshark, and various cybersecurity tools gained through projects at the Google Coursera Cybersecurity course, including access control audits, phishing incident response, and SQL-based security investigations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Editorial Assistant
Agni Magazine
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Improved communication between departments by serving as liaison between editorial staff and other teams within the organization
- Supported senior editors with research and fact-checking to ensure accuracy in published articles
- Assisted in organizing events such as book launches or panel discussions, increasing exposure for the publication
- Enhanced editorial quality by meticulously proofreading and editing content before publication
Teacher
Boston Art Academy
1 2024 - 5 2024
- Implemented interactive storytelling techniques in the classroom, resulting in a 20% increase in student participation and a 15% improvement in learning outcomes
- Utilized peer editing workshops to enhance students' writing skills, leading to a 30% increase in the number of students achieving higher grades on writing assignments
- Collaborated with the school's academic team to develop a new curriculum focused on creative writing, which contributed to a 10% improvement in standardized test scores among students.
Teacher
Holy Ghost Secondary School
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Developed and executed innovative lesson plans to enhance student comprehension and retention, resulting in a 15% increase in exam scores for the West African Senior School Certificate Exam
- Utilized data analysis to identify areas of improvement for students, leading to a 20% decrease in exam failure rates
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement a peer tutoring program, resulting in a 30% increase in student engagement during religious education classes.
Freelancer
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Implemented editorial improvements to enhance the overall quality of client manuscripts, ultimately reducing editing time by 30% while maintaining strict adherence to project deadlines
- Crafted compelling short stories for various magazines and blogs, leading to a total of 10 published pieces with an average readership of over 10,000 individuals per story
- Reviewed and revised manuscript drafts for clients, resulting in a 95% increase in positive client feedback and a 20% increase in client satisfaction ratings.
Education
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Student
Online 04.2024 - Current
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
Boston University
Boston, MA 09.2023 - 05.2024
Google Certificate - Cybersecurity
Coursera
Online 01.2024 - 03.2024
Master of Theological Studies - Theology
Boston University
Boston, MA 09.2021 - 05.2023
Barchelor of Theology - Theology
Pontifical Urbanian University
Rome, Vatican City 09.2016 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy - Philosophy And Religious Studies
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria 09.2012 - 06.2016
Skills
Certification
Google Cyber Security Certificate, Coursera
Projects
Access Control Audit and Recommendations
Mar 2024 | Online
- Analyzed access control issues and provided recommendations to enhance security, including MFA implementation and periodic reviews.
Data Leak Incident Analysis
Mar 2024 | Online
- Investigated a data leak, applied NIST frameworks, and recommended automatic access revocation and privilege audits.
Phishing Incident Response
Feb 2024 | Online
- Evaluated and escalated a phishing email alert, demonstrating incident response skills and threat analysis.
File Update Automation with Python
Feb 2024 | Online
- Automated IP address allow-list updates with a Python script, improving access control management.
SQL Queries for Security Investigations
Feb 2024 | Online
- Used SQL to investigate security issues, including failed logins and unauthorized access attempts.
Denial of Service (DoS) Attack Investigation
Feb 2024 | Online
- Identified and mitigated a SYN flood DoS attack, enhancing server protection measures.
Security Controls Assessment and Compliance Audit
Jan 2024 | Online
- Conducted a controls assessment and compliance audit, recommending improvements in password policies and data encryption.
Timeline
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Student
04.2024 - Current
Google Certificate - Cybersecurity
Coursera
01.2024 - 03.2024
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
Boston University
09.2023 - 05.2024
Editorial Assistant
Agni Magazine
09.2023 - 12.2024
Master of Theological Studies - Theology
Boston University
09.2021 - 05.2023
Teacher
Holy Ghost Secondary School
01.2021 - 08.2021
Freelancer
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2019 - 12.2020
Barchelor of Theology - Theology
Pontifical Urbanian University
09.2016 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy - Philosophy And Religious Studies
University of Ibadan
09.2012 - 06.2016
Teacher
Boston Art Academy
1 2024 - 5 2024
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