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Kodjo Boaz Agnigbagno

Kodjo Boaz Agnigbagno

Lomé,Togo

Summary

Application Security Engineer | Mandela Washington Fellow 2025 (Public Management Track)
Results-driven and security-focused Application Security Engineer with over 5 years of experience protecting software systems across diverse environments. As a 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship alumnus, I bring a strong foundation in public sector leadership, governance, and cross-cultural collaboration, complementing my technical expertise. Skilled in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities through secure code reviews, threat modeling, penetration testing, and implementation of best practices across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Experienced in working with multidisciplinary teams to build and enforce security frameworks that align with both technical and organizational goals. Committed to continuous learning, staying ahead of evolving cybersecurity threats, and applying a proactive approach to safeguarding digital assets.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cybersecurity Lead

Hotshi
02.2025 - 03.2025
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Conducted training sessions on cybersecurity best practices for developers
  • Authored compliance documentation to align with industry standards
  • Performed security and compliance audits across the organization
  • Executed penetration testing on websites, mobile applications, and APIs
  • Reviewed source code to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities

Application Security Engineer

BKG Speed
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Trained application users in security awareness to maintain system security. Testing and performing vulnerability assessments of API, mobile and web penetration testing to find vulnerabilities during application development process. Integration of code review tools to detect potential vulnerabilities before applications are deployed. Discussed data access needs, security violations and programming changes with application users to resolve issues. Worked with application teams in applying secure practices to software implementation and fix vulnerabilities. Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines. Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed. Worked flexible hours, covering nights and weekends. Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.

Cybersecurity Instructor

ApprentPro
12.2023 - 03.2024
  • Provided safe, caring and fun learning environment for students and participants. Collaborated with fellow instructors on ways to improve instruction and better serve student needs. Cultivated strong relationships with course attendees to ensure satisfaction and learning. Delivered maximum impact and learning through top-quality instruction.

Instructor

CISCO Academy
- 02.2024
  • Provided safe, caring and fun learning environment for students and participants. Collaborated with fellow instructors on ways to improve instruction and better serve student needs. Cultivated strong relationships with course attendees to ensure satisfaction and learning. Delivered maximum impact and learning through top-quality instruction. Monitored and documented student participation, assignments and attendance.

Penetration Tester and DevSecOps specialist

OpticoDev
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Tested security measures and systems, performing risk assessments to detect vulnerabilities. Maintained system compliance with legal requirements and company security standards. Discussed data access needs, security violations and programming changes with system users to resolve issues. Oversaw network architecture and security, defining policies and procedures for successful operations.

VAPT Coach

CyberSafe Foundation
07.2023 - 07.2023
  • Coached young individuals to refine specific techniques and enhance confidence. Adapted coaching style depending on needs and abilities of different groups. Motivated individuals and groups to achieve positive results against set goals. Helped prepare presentations highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.

Web Developer and Cybersecurity Analyst

NG-STARS
10.2020 - 05.2023
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity. Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed. Developed web application development with Django. Performed internal and external security audit of companies, and train of staff in cybersecurity culture to reduce vulnerabilities and security breaches. Deployed and used SIEM to monitor system logs to detect suspicious actions on networks in time.

Cybersecurity Administrator Intern

Virtually Testing Foundation
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Learned threat hunting and detection with MITTRE, log management with SIEM, Cryptography, Cloud Security, Container Security, OWASP Top 10 and Active Directory.

Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

Cyblack
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Recommended preventive security measures to decrease attack surfaces. Analyzed security breaches to determine root causes. Maintained system compliance with legal requirements and company security standards. Monitored new threats, vulnerabilities and attacks and applied countermeasures to prevent intrusion. Assessed application security to find and address vulnerabilities.

Trainer in programming and robotic electronic

ID2Real
07.2018 - 09.2019
  • Monitored learners progress, offering feedback to management on additional training requirements. Assigned training exercises and skill assessments to learners. Planned training schedules, prepared materials and booked necessary rooms and facilities. Analysed training needs to determine learning styles and skills shortages.

IOT Developer Intern

Dashmake
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Met project goals by working cohesively with design and marketing teams to drive results. Produced coding and design solutions to create stable, well-performing applications. Debugged and tested range of applications, specialising in IOT.

Automation, documentation and organization project coordinator

WoeBots - WoeLabs
07.2017 - 10.2017
  • Accounts and pages management across various social media platforms to enhance brand visibility and engagement. Project coordination, overseeing timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure successful project execution. 3D design of the W-Afate 3D printer. Document drafting and activities organization. Events and tasks planning to foster productivity and team collaboration.

Education

Leadership in Public Management

Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ
07-2025

Higher Technician Certificate - Electrical Engineering

FORMATEC
08.2016

Baccalaureate second part - Electrical Engineering

LETP-Lomé
07.2013

Skills

  • Network and Application penetration testing
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Security Protocols and Standards
  • Security Testing
  • Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Code review
  • Web programming
  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Team building
  • Report writing
  • Knowledge of Windows, Linux and MacOS
  • Strategic Public Sector Leadership
  • Public Policy Design and Implementation
  • Governance, Transparency, and Ethical Leadership
  • Project and Program Management
  • Cross-Cultural Communication and Civic Engagement

Certification

Practical Network Penetration Tester (PNPT)

Languages

French (native)
English (fluent)

Interests

  • Martial Arts
  • Athletics
  • Music
  • Cinema

Timeline

Cybersecurity Lead

Hotshi
02.2025 - 03.2025

Application Security Engineer

BKG Speed
04.2024 - 10.2024

Cybersecurity Instructor

ApprentPro
12.2023 - 03.2024

Penetration Tester and DevSecOps specialist

OpticoDev
09.2023 - 12.2023

VAPT Coach

CyberSafe Foundation
07.2023 - 07.2023

Cybersecurity Administrator Intern

Virtually Testing Foundation
01.2023 - 03.2023

Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

Cyblack
09.2022 - 12.2022

Web Developer and Cybersecurity Analyst

NG-STARS
10.2020 - 05.2023

IOT Developer Intern

Dashmake
01.2019 - 05.2019

Trainer in programming and robotic electronic

ID2Real
07.2018 - 09.2019

Automation, documentation and organization project coordinator

WoeBots - WoeLabs
07.2017 - 10.2017

Instructor

CISCO Academy
- 02.2024

Higher Technician Certificate - Electrical Engineering

FORMATEC

Baccalaureate second part - Electrical Engineering

LETP-Lomé

Leadership in Public Management

Arizona State University

Hobbies and Interests

Athletics, Cinema, Martial Arts, Music

Awards

Second in the CTF National first edition July 2023, In the top 1% on Try Hack Me

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