SOLOMON ESSANG

Cybersecurity Analyst | Defensive Security Specialist
Lagos, NG.

About

Results-driven Cybersecurity Analyst with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and comprehensive hands-on experience in offensive and defensive security. Recently completed an intensive 3-month cybersecurity program, mastering tools such as OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, OpenSSL, and Linux-based systems. Proven ability in vulnerability assessment, internal Certificate Authority (CA) infrastructure setup, and privacy compliance integration for web applications. Seeking to leverage technical expertise and a proactive approach in a fast-paced security or DevSecOps environment to protect critical assets and enhance organizational resilience.

Education

REALTIME Tech School

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Certificate

Cybersecurity Training Program

Courses

Hands-on labs

Team-based penetration test projects

Linux file system training

HSE-related cybersecurity and digital compliance practices

[Your University]

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Bachelor of Science

Computer Science

Languages

English

Native

Skills

Cybersecurity Tools

OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, Crunch, Nmap, Wireshark.

Systems & Networking

Linux (command-line, file permissions), SSH, OpenSSL, Certificate Authority (CA) setup.

Programming & Scripting

Bash, Python.

Security Focus Areas

Web Application Penetration Testing, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), SQL Injection (SQLi), Brute-force attacks, Internal PKI/CA Infrastructure, Vulnerability Assessment.

Compliance & Policy

NDPR (Nigeria Data Protection Regulation), GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), AWS Identity Security.

Soft Skills

Team Collaboration, Documentation, Attention to Detail, Self-Directed Learning.

Development & Productivity Tools

Git, Trello, Google Workspace, Canva.

Cloud Security

AWS IAM (Identity and Access Management).

Projects

Hotel Management System Development

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Summary

Ongoing development of a comprehensive hotel management system, applying foundational software development principles.

MOUSEFLOW Project: RAT Design for Cybersecurity Education

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Summary

Research and development into Remote Access Trojan (RAT) design for educational purposes, focusing on cybersecurity awareness and defense.

Microinsurance Application Team (Cybersecurity Lead)

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Summary

Served as the cybersecurity lead within a multi-disciplinary team developing a microinsurance mobile application, ensuring secure development practices.

AutoPing Uptime Checker (Prototype)

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Summary

Developed a prototype automation tool designed for efficient website uptime monitoring.

MedinSure Privacy & Compliance Flow Design

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Summary

Collaborated on the design and implementation of privacy and compliance frameworks for a conceptual MedinSure product.

Internal Certificate Authority (CA) Infrastructure Setup

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Summary

Designed and implemented a secure internal Certificate Authority (CA) infrastructure as part of a personal cybersecurity lab.

Web Application Security Assessment

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Summary

Conducted a comprehensive security assessment on a vulnerable web application (TestPHP.Vulnweb.com) to identify and exploit common web vulnerabilities.