Abdulazeez Abdulkadir's Resume

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Abdulazeez Abdulkadir

Cybersecurity Professional

Work Experience:

Security Product Architect

June 2024 – Present
Signumify

Designed and delivered the full security architecture for Signumify’s public‑signage translation platform, Implemented HMAC‑based cryptographic verification for all institutional markers, Architected a scalable backend infrastructure using containerised microservices , Oversee Risk assessment and Penetration testing of new componenets and units.

IT Security Researcher

May 2023 – Present
Cyshiba

Conducted threat research, malware analysis, and adversary behaviour profiling, Designed and executed comprehensive test plans, UAT scenarios, and API validation workflows, Performed threat‑hunting, forensic investigations, and detection engineering across MSSP client environments, Ensured measurable, testable requirements for secure software delivery.

Cyber Security & Compliance Principal

February 2022 – Present
Freeki Pay

Led incident response and security operations across a high‑volume fintech environment, Conducted advanced threat research, malware analysis, and deep‑dive investigations across multi‑tenant systems, Developed and fine‑tuned SIEM/EDR/XDR detection logic and behavioural signatures. Performed supplier and third‑party risk assessments, ensuring secure vendor onboarding, Strengthened compliance posture across CAF, NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and internal governance frameworks.

Software Developer

April 2019 - December 2020
Westfield Consulting Ltd

Designed and developed custom software solutions, web applications, and APIs, Translated business requirements into scalable technical implementations, Implemented secure coding practices and optimised database performance, Built internal tools and automation workflows to improve operational efficiency.

Systems Administrator Intern

June 2016 - January 2017
Nigeria Petroleum Distribution Company

Account Management, Hardware & Software Maintenance, Privilege Management, Ticket Resolution and Troubleshooting.


Public Projects:

Risk Monk.com

2023

Indicator of Compromsie enrichment and alerting

Minicyberz

2022

Gamified Cybersecurity Learning Platform


Education:

Masters of Science in Cybersecurity

2021
University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield. England
Specialization: Cyber Security
Grade: Distinction

Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science

2018
Federal University of Technology, Akure. Nigeria
Specialization: Computer Science
Grade: Second Class Upper
Certifications:
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • CompTIA Security Analytics Professional (CSAP)
  • Comptia Cybersecurity Analyst+ (CYSA+)
  • Comptia Security+ (Sec+)
  • Comptia Network+ (Network+)
  • Information Security Associate ISO/IEC 27001
  • Microsoft Azure (AZ-900)
  • Microsoft Security, Compliance and Identity (SC900)
  • AWS Cloud practitioner (AWS CCP)
  • Certified in Cybersecurity (CC-ISC2)
  • Splunk core user (Cybrary Certified)
  • ITIL 4 Foundation (Cybrary Certified).
Intl. Recognition:
  • Apple Security Hall of Fame for Responsible Vulnerability Disclosure 2024
  • Nokia Security Recognition for Responsible Vulnerability Disclosure 2025
  • T-Mobile Security Recognition for Responsible Vulnerability Disclosure 2024