Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
LANGUAGES
Interests
Timeline
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
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SULEIMAN SANI BASHAR

Abuja

Summary

Professional with strong background in cybersecurity, skilled in threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability in dynamic environments, and results-driven approach. Equipped with expertise in network monitoring, risk assessment, and security protocols, ensuring reliable protection and mitigation strategies. Recognized for analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and unwavering focus on achieving organizational goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SOC Analyst

Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)
Abuja, Nigeria
09.2022 - Current
  • - Monitor and analyze security alerts and investigate suspicious activities.
  • - Perform security event triage and incident investigations.
  • - Analyze logs and identify indicators of compromise.
  • - Support vulnerability management, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives.

IT Support / Web Assistant (Part-Time)

Xenpeople Limited
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • - Managed website content and maintenance.
  • - Supported web application development and IT troubleshooting.

Education

M.Sc. - Information Security and Digital Forensics

University of East London
01-2020

B.Sc. - Information Technology

Mahatma Gandhi University
01-2018

Skills

  • SOC Monitoring, Threat Detection & Analysis, Incident Response, Security Event Triage, Vulnerability Identification, Risk Assessment, Digital Forensics, Cyber Threat Intelligence, SIEM Monitoring, Active Directory, TCP/IP Networking, Linux, Windows, Firewalls, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security Fundamentals, DDoS prevention, Patch management, Compliance monitoring, Python, JavaScript, MySQL, Technical Documentation, Team Collaboration

Accomplishments

Throughout my career as a SOC Analyst, I have contributed to strengthening organizational cybersecurity by monitoring and responding to security incidents, improving threat detection processes, and supporting risk reduction initiatives. I have successfully investigated and triaged security alerts, identified potential threats, and escalated critical incidents to ensure timely remediation and business continuity.

My key achievements include:

  • Monitored and analyzed security events and alerts, enabling the timely identification and response to potential cyber threats.
  • Conducted incident investigations and root cause analysis to support effective containment, remediation, and recovery efforts.
  • Identified and reported security vulnerabilities and suspicious activities, contributing to improvements in the organization's security posture.
  • Supported threat detection and threat-hunting activities through log analysis and continuous monitoring of security systems.
  • Assisted in the management and escalation of high-severity security incidents in accordance with established incident response procedures.
  • Collaborated with IT, compliance, and security teams to implement corrective actions and strengthen security controls.
  • Contributed to risk assessment and compliance initiatives by documenting security findings, maintaining incident records, and supporting audit requirements.
  • Helped improve security operations through the development of incident documentation, investigation reports, and recommendations for risk mitigation.
  • Participated in monitoring activities that supported the protection of critical systems, networks, and organizational data.

These accomplishments have enabled me to develop strong expertise in security monitoring, incident response, threat analysis, risk management, and cybersecurity operations while contributing to the overall security and resilience of the organization.

Affiliations

  • Project Management Institute
  • International Association of Administrative Professionals

Certification

  • Google Cloud Machine Learning – Vertex AI
  • Mastering MLOps
  • Deep Learning in Practice: TensorFlow Basics and Datasets
  • Complete Linear and Logistic Regression in Python

LANGUAGES

English (Fluent)
Hausa (Fluent)

Interests

  • Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
  • Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • Web Development and Design
  • Developing software, websites, and apps in various programming languages
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
  • Design and Build Websites
  • Sustainable Tech Innovations
  • Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrency
  • Robotics
  • Adventure Travel
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Running

Timeline

SOC Analyst

Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)
09.2022 - Current

IT Support / Web Assistant (Part-Time)

Xenpeople Limited
01.2018 - 01.2019

B.Sc. - Information Technology

Mahatma Gandhi University

M.Sc. - Information Security and Digital Forensics

University of East London

PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE

Seeking an Information Security Analyst position where I can leverage my experience in security operations, threat monitoring, incident investigation, digital forensics, and risk management to help organizations identify and mitigate cyber threats, strengthen security controls, and maintain a resilient cybersecurity environment.
SULEIMAN SANI BASHAR