Aspiring Cybersecurity Analyst and Researcher

Akinlolu Al-Ameen

Aspiring Cybersecurity Analyst Technical Researcher London, UK (Middlesex University)

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Final-year Information Technology student with a strong foundation in software engineering and defensive security. Methodical and detail-oriented, with hands-on experience in vulnerability identification, network traffic analysis, auditing and security automation. Currently developing custom security tools and pursuing BTL1 to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world incident response.

TECHNICAL PROJECTS

Lead Developer Network Vulnerability Scanner (Final Year Project)

● Engineered a Python-based tool to automate network reconnaissance and service banner grabbing.

● Integrated CVE database lookups to map discovered services to known exploits, providing actionable risk assessments.

● Focused on thorough, recursive scanning logic to ensure high-accuracy detection of misconfigurations.

EXPERIENCE

Google (Remote)

Security Analyst (Certification Program) Nov 2024 – May 2025

● Network Forensics: Analyzed traffic logs using tcpdump and Wireshark to pinpoint anomalies and potential lateral movement.

● Defensive Guardrails: Configured firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) to mitigate unauthorized access and strengthen perimeter security.

● Vulnerability Management: Performed targeted security audits and basic scanning to identify and document system weaknesses.

● Training: Developed and delivered technical briefings on phishing prevention and email security to improve staff awareness.

Aptech (Ojodu Berger)

Software and Web Developer Nov 2021 – 2023

● Quality Assurance: Conducted deep-dive code reviews and rigorous testing to ensure product functionality and security.

● Full-Stack Development: Built and optimized web applications using ReactJs, JavaScript, and CSS.

● Agile Delivery: Leveraged Agile methodologies to manage complex project timelines and hit critical delivery milestones.

SKILLS

● Security Tools: Wireshark, tcpdump, SIEM Tools, IDS/IPS Management.

● Technical: Python (Security Automation), SQL, Linux CLI, Network Protocols.

● Core Strengths: Vulnerability Identification, Detailed Technical Documentation, Stakeholder Communication.

EDUCATION & AWARDS

● BSc Information Technology Middlesex University, London In Progress

● Google Professional Cybersecurity Certificate May 2025

● ADSE (Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering) Aptech

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