Daniel Ogele
***********@*****.*** 773-***-**** https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-ogele-634195123 Cybersecurity professional with a strong foundation in IT fundamentals and a passion for staying ahead of emerging security trends. Proficient in network security, threat analysis, and risk assessment, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
EDUCATION
Master of Science (MSc.) - Security Technologies May 2023 Technological Leadership Institute, University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN Academic Honor Award
Bachelor of Science (BSc.) - Cybersecurity May 2021 Ridge College of Intelligence Studies and Applied Sciences, Mercyhurst University Erie, PA PSAC Scholar-Athlete
Cyber Operations 2017-2019
United States Naval Academy Annapolis, MD
EXPERIENCE
National Research Group Remote
AI Risk Landscape Market Research Extern June 2024 - Present
• Execute thorough secondary research to identify, analyze, and classify prevalent AI risks.
• Formulate in-depth case study demonstrating the potential business repercussions of specific AI risks.
• Deliver strategic insights and actionable recommendations to clients for addressing and mitigating AI-related risks.
Dunamis Group Inc. Chicago, IL
Security Analyst (Volunteer) May 2023 - February 2024
• Determined appropriate policies, procedures and standards for information security to safeguard and protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability (CIA) of data assets and information. Ogele Hardy & Associates Chicago, IL
IT & Risk Management Intern Summer ‘19, ‘20, ‘21
• Monitored computer networks and systems for threats and security breaches, installed and updated security software and firewalls, and tested systems for potential vulnerabilities.
• Aided in developing systems and processes for security best practices throughout the company and prepared reports on security incidents and changing responses.
• Implemented and enhanced controls based on organizational transformations while collecting and preparing information, data, and presentations in different departments to ensure that risk management activities are being completed on a timely basis.
PROJECTS
The Security of the “Tap-to-Pay" Function for Debit and Credit Cards University of Minnesota Capstone December 2022
• Identified the functionalities of the different communication systems in mobile payment.
• Utilized Bardach’s Eight-Fold Policy Analysis Model, the Decision Matrix, and the Alfie Table as analysis tools to determine the best possible solutions to prevent credit card fraud.
• Analyzed cybersecurity frameworks like Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) for the formulation of short- and long- term recommendations. Risk Assessment Project Mercyhurst University
November 2020
• Examined all operations occurring within the network and managed the infrastructure that facilitated the operations.
• Enforced strategies like the Bell-LaPadula and Biba models to mitigate risks and improve the CIA of data within the organization.
• Initiated audits that resulted in implementing the following recommendations to improve the company’s security: multi-factor authentication (MFA), VPN usage, enhanced firewalls, and IDS/IPS application. Cyber Law & Policy Mercyhurst University
Fall 2020
• Evaluated information on VPN standards, networking protocols, firewalls, encryption, and authentication.
• Ensured VPNs complied with security policies and standards.
• Reported vulnerabilities, risks, and effective security measures for proper security management. Cyber Systems Engineering United States Naval Academy Spring 2019
• Created functions using programming languages like C and C++ on MATLAB for data analysis and statistical modeling.
• Built blocks that translated to a cyber-physical system based on a mathematical model.
• Ran that model in SIMULINK to solve a system of equations, configured the boundaries with MATLAB variables, and plotted the model on MATLAB.
SKILLS
Technology: C/C++, Python, SQL, Javascript, Powershell, Bash/Shell scripting, Wireshark, Zenmap, Kali Linux, Packet Tracer, Ubuntu, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe After Effects Certifications: Working on CompTIA Security+
Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube— Freelance Social Media Content Creator ACTIVITIES
London Lightning Basketball (Professional) Canada BSL, 2024-2024 CSA Steaua Basketball (Professional) Romania LNBM, 2023-2023 University of Minnesota Men’s Basketball (Division I) Big Ten, 2021-2022 Mercyhurst University Men’s Basketball (Division II) PSAC, 2019-2021 United States Naval Academy (Division I) Patriot League, 2017-2019 OTHER EXPERIENCE
LA Fitness April 2024- Present
Personal Training Director
XSport Fitness December 2023- February 2024
Personal Trainer