Ayo Akilo

Cybersecurity Engineer
5years in Cybersecurity
6years in tech
5years with Python
3projects

Overview

Cybersecurity Analyst with 3+ years of experience supporting security operations, including log monitoring, incident investigation assistance, and vulnerability scanning. Hands-on scripting and analysis using Python, with work across Linux and Windows environments. Familiar with SOC concepts, SIEM principles, and security frameworks such as NIST and CIS Controls.

Timeline

Cybersecurity Analyst · Middle
GabbysData · Full-Time
Jan 2021 to Present 5 Years 10 Months Lagos In office
Monitored system logs and supported identification of suspicious activity using Python-based log parsing scripts. Assisted with incident investigations by documenting findings for escalation and supporting remediation. Performed vulnerability scanning with open-source tools and provided recommendations for fixes. Supported endpoint security and basic hardening on Linux servers and contributed to access control reviews and security audits.
Python
Linux
Nmap
Nessus
IT Support Specialist · Middle
GabbysData · Full-Time
Jun 2020 to Dec 2020 6 Months Lagos In office
Provided technical support for Windows and Linux systems to help maintain availability and uptime. Troubleshot network, email, and access-related issues and supported basic IT maintenance tasks. Worked with SQL databases and assisted with user account access management and IT onboarding configuration. Maintained IT asset records and supported compliance with internal policies.
Windows Server
Linux
SQL
University of Lagos
Bachelor's Degree · Industrial Relations and Personnel Management
Lagos, Nigeria

Projects

IT Incident Tracking System
Created a structured logging approach for IT support tickets to improve tracking and resolution flow. The system standardizes captured details to make issue investigation and follow-up easier. It supports more efficient handling of recurring or escalated incidents.
Vulnerability Scan Workflow
Designed a repeatable vulnerability scanning workflow using open-source tools. The workflow automates vulnerability scanning and reporting for internal systems. It emphasizes consistent execution and structured output to support remediation planning.
Security Log Automation Tool
Built a Python-based utility to parse system logs and detect suspicious activity patterns. The goal was to streamline manual log review and improve detection efficiency. The tool focuses on identifying relevant events from log data for faster security triage.

Technical skills

Python
SQL
Bash
DevOps
Linux
Windows Server
AWS
Amazon S3
Windows
Ubuntu
Debian
IAM
VPN
Cybersecurity
Nessus
Nmap
SIEM
Wireshark
Databases
PostgreSQL
AI/ML
AI Agents

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Work permits
Nigeria
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