About Me

davidne@nsikakdavid.tech

Nsikak David is a versatile professional transitioning into cybersecurity as a SOC analyst. With a diverse background spanning business analysis, web design, and community service, he brings a unique blend of technical expertise and interpersonal skills to the cybersecurity field. His experience has cultivated a deep understanding of both business operations and technical systems, making him well-equipped to identify and respond to security threats. Driven by a commitment to protecting digital assets and mitigating cybersecurity risks, Nsikak embraces the dynamic nature of the cybersecurity landscape. His adaptability and eagerness to learn make him an ideal candidate for roles requiring continuous growth and development. He is particularly drawn to the collaborative aspects of security operations and looks forward to contributing his analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities to a forward-thinking cybersecurity team.

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Cyber Security Analyst / Penetration Tester

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Practical Hands-On Cybersecurity Skills Development with tutorials from Coursera Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, TryHackMe (Pre-Security, THMCybersecurity101, Jr Pentester), TCM SOC101.

2022 - Present

Web Designer / Digital Marketer

Urbane Cloud Technologies

Social media management, Google certified Ads professional

2020 - 2023

Positive Behaviour Practitioner

POG Care Services

Conducting assessments, analysing behaviour data, developing strategies and Positive Behaviour support Plans, supporting implementation of plans and review of plans.

2019 - Ongoing

Freelance Web Designer

Self Employed

Proficient in HTML, CSS, Javascript and Python development. Freelance Web designer for WordPress theme installations, wordpress design and plugins maintenance.

2017 - 2021

Youth & Community Worker

Supporting young persons with managing behaviours related to trauma and behaviour modelling. 

Education

2024

Jr Pentester Certification
TryHackMe Cybersecurity101
TryHackMe Pre-Security

TRYHACKME.COM

Covers networking, the web, common attacks, and operating systems like Linux and Windows network simulations and vulnerable technology    
Tools: Access an in-browser machine called the AttackBox, which comes with pre-installed security tools.

Security Operations Fundamentals, Phishing Analysis, Network Security, Endpoint Security, SIEM, Threat Intelligence, Digital Forensics, Incidence Response.

Information Gathering (Reconnaissance), Scanning and Enumeration, Vulnerability Scanning with Nessus, Exploitation Basics, Active Directory, Web Application Enumeration, Wireless Penetration Testing, Legal Documents and Report Writing.

2024

Practical Ethical Hacking Pathways
GRC Masterclass
Security Operations (SOC) 101

TCM Security Academy

Ubuntu & Windows Lab Set Up on Oracle VM, Security Operations Fundamentals, Phishing Analysis, Network Security, Endpoint Security, SIEM, Threat Intelligence, Digital Forensics, Incidence Response.

Information Gathering (Reconnaissance), Scanning and Enumeration, Vulnerability Scanning with Nessus, Exploitation Basics, Active Directory, Web Application Enumeration, Wireless Penetration Testing, Legal DOcuments and Report Writing.

2024

SOC Analyst Pathways

Try Hack Me | Hack The Box | Let's Defend

Conduct research on new and evolving threats and vulnerabilities using security blogs. Identify suspicious/malicious activities or codes. Monitoring and analysis of security events to determine intrusion and malicious events. Search firewall, email, web or DNS logs to identify and mitigate intrusion attempts.

2024

Google Cybersecurity Certificate

Cousera - Online

The course objective is to equip students with important skills such as Python programming, intrusion detection, and SIEM tools. This beginner-friendly comprehensive program marries theory with practical application, preparing students for numerous job roles including cybersecurity analyst and security operations center (SOC) analyst.

2024

Comptia Security +

COMPTIA

In View- CompTIA Security+ is a global certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career.

2024

Qualys VMDR

Qualys - Online

Vulnerability Management, Detection and Response (VMDR) enables you to discover, assess, prioritize, and identify patches for critical vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in real time and across your global hybrid-IT landscape all in one solution

2023

AWS Cloud Quest: Cloud Practitioner

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

AWS cloud quest is an online role-playing game available on the AWS Skill Builder platform that helps people learn cloud-computing skills.

2022

Linux Essentials

Linux Professional Institue

The Linux Essentials certificate validates a demonstrated understanding of the following: FOSS, the various communities, and licenses. Knowledge of open source applications in the workplace as they relate to closed source equivalents.

2017 - 2019

Diploma of Community Services

Acknowledge Education, Sydney, Australia.

The Diploma of Community Services is a nationally recognized course that prepares students for careers in community services. The course covers a range of topics, including:  

Supporting clients: How to support clients with unique challenges  

Program management: How to manage programs in the community services sector  

Record keeping: How to handle records and documentation  

Interagency networks: How to work within interagency networks  

Service planning: How to plan services and implement programs or projects  

Professional practice: How to lead a professional practice  

Case management: How to provide tailored support to each client  

Leadership skills: How to gain leadership skills . 

 

Skills & Expertise

Communication & Team Collaboration

Communicating and collaboration with team members to achieve a common goal.

Active participation, Active Listening and applying soft skills throughout projects.

NIST Cybersecurity Framework

Proficient knowledge of guidelines and best practices to help organizations manage and reduce cybersecurity risks following the NIST Cybersecurity frameworks (CSF).

Identifying, Protect, Detect, Respond and Recover CSF, ISO 27001 Frameworks

SOC Analyst IDS Tools

Monitoring, analysing and responding to cyber threats

Managing potential incidents, reviewing incidents reports and evaluating organisations vulnerability.

SIEM & Automation Tools

Using Security information and event management tools to help organizations recognize and address potential security threats and vulnerabilities.

Proficiency in Splunk, Burp Suite, Nessus, Wireshark, Terraform, Docker, Metasploit and AWS Cloud

Learning & Growth Mindset

Curious to learn and develop my abilities in the cybersecurity field.

Technical Tools, Policies & Procedures

Network security monitoring tools, Encryption tools, Web Vulnerability Scanning tools, Penetration testing

Firewall tools, Packet sniffers, Network Intrusion detection tools.

HTML & CSS

Proficient in HTML, CSS, Javascript and WordPress

CMS & CRM

WordPress installation and managment

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Projects

How To Install Kali Linux on Oracle VM

How to install Kali Linux on Oracle Virtualbox

How to Install Parrot OS on Oracle VM

How to install Parrot OS on Oracle VM

Google Cybersecurity Projects

Google Cybersecurity Projects

SOC Analyst Projects

SOC Analyst Projects

Cybersecurity Tools I Work With

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