Effiong Okon

Cybersecurity Professional

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Road 206, C close, House 6, Lagos, NG

About

Results-driven Cybersecurity Professional with a robust foundation in IT controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Adept at identifying vulnerabilities, assessing security frameworks, and ensuring adherence to industry standards like ISO 27001 and PCI-DSS. Eager to apply strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach to secure organizational assets and drive impactful IT audit and risk assessment initiatives.

Work Experience

Virtual Assistant

ANH Media

Aug 2023 - Present

Remote, N/A, N/A

Managed digital content, social media presence, and administrative tasks, ensuring operational efficiency and high levels of client satisfaction.

  • Optimized website content and functionality, ensuring accurate, engaging, and up-to-date information for target audiences.
  • Managed social media platforms, creating and scheduling engaging posts that significantly boosted online presence and follower engagement.
  • Streamlined administrative operations by overseeing calendars, appointments, and meetings, which improved time management and overall productivity.
  • Handled sensitive client information with utmost discretion, strictly adhering to confidentiality protocols and reinforcing data security practices.
  • Fostered strong client relationships through proactive communication via email, chat, and phone, consistently achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.

Cybersecurity Intern

SecureSphere Foundation

Sep 2024 - Dec 2024

Remote, N/A, N/A

Conducted vulnerability and risk assessments, actively supporting IT audit functions and meticulously documenting security findings.

  • Executed comprehensive vulnerability assessments utilizing industry-standard tools including Netcat, Wireshark, Nmap, and Nikto, identifying critical security weaknesses.
  • Assisted in IT audits by meticulously reviewing security controls, policies, and procedures to ensure robust compliance with established standards.
  • Performed detailed risk assessments on IT infrastructure, pinpointing significant gaps and recommending actionable improvements to enhance the overall security posture.
  • Documented detailed security findings and collaborated effectively with relevant stakeholders to report vulnerabilities, facilitating timely and effective remediation efforts.

Cybersecurity Analyst

Mastercard

Jul 2024 - Jul 2024

Remote, N/A, N/A

Collaborated with the Security Awareness Team to enhance organizational security posture through proactive phishing threat identification and tailored training programs.

  • Partnered with the Security Awareness Team to proactively identify and report emerging phishing threats, strengthening the organization's defense mechanisms against social engineering attacks.
  • Assessed business units for specific cybersecurity training needs and developed and implemented tailored training programs that significantly improved security literacy.
  • Contributed actively to fostering a robust culture of security awareness across the organization, reducing human-centric risks and improving overall adherence to security protocols.

Customer Support Representative

Damiano Communications

Jan 2023 - Jul 2023

Lagos, Lagos State, NG

Provided comprehensive customer support, managed sensitive data, and supervised a team to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.

  • Assisted over 1,000 individuals with national identity card applications, meticulously verifying documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Addressed a high volume of customer inquiries and concerns via phone, email, and in-person interactions, consistently maintaining high satisfaction rates.
  • Maintained customer-sensitive information with utmost discretion, ensuring data security and accuracy in strict compliance with privacy protocols.
  • Supervised and trained a team of three customer service representatives, enhancing service delivery and improving team performance by 15%.

Social Media Content Creator

ANH Media

Jul 2022 - Dec 2022

Remote, N/A, N/A

Researched, created, and managed engaging social media content, fostering strong community engagement and enhancing brand presence.

  • Researched and developed engaging content for multiple social media platforms, aligning with audience preferences and increasing engagement by 20%.
  • Scheduled and published over 500 posts using social media management tools, ensuring consistent brand messaging and timely delivery.
  • Monitored social media channels, actively responding to inquiries and engaging with the audience to build a strong online community and foster brand loyalty.

Education

Agriculture

University of Benin

N/A

Sep 2016 - Jul 2020

Benin City, Edo State, NG

Certificates

Google Cybersecurity Certificate

Google

Jan 2024

Google IT Support Certificate

Google

Jan 2024

Skills

Cybersecurity & Compliance

  • IT Audit & Compliance
  • ISO 27001
  • NIST
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Risk Assessment
  • IT Controls
  • Security Frameworks & Compliance
  • Incident Response
  • Security Hardening

Security Tools

  • SIEM Tools
  • Netcat
  • Wireshark
  • Nmap
  • Nikto
  • Splunk
  • OpenVAS

Technical Skills

  • Linux
  • SQL
  • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Meet, Forms)

Professional Skills

  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Collaboration
  • Fast Learner
  • Data Security
  • Confidentiality