• Responsible for installing critical patches to vulnerable Digital Key firmware and hardening systems against potential cybersecurity attacks from the client’s side. • Travelled to clients’ locations across the United States to deliver Digital Key software updates, improving the company’s cybersecurity posture, thus, demonstrating a strong commitment to delivering high-quality IT services to a diverse customer base.• Used the DirectKey Toolkit App, Authorization codes, and APIs to install the patches, resulting in a proactive security enhancement.• Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by efficiently operating 15-20 electronic tablets, resulting in a remarkable 95% improvement in delivery speed, and significantly enhancing productivity.• Planed Digital Key firmware upgrade activities in close collaboration with clients, created and managed weekly schedules for technicians. Ensured efficient and timely execution of projects, resulting in a better project execution and customer satisfaction.• Maintained clear and effective communication with clients and supervisors by consistently writing detailed reports after project deliveries, resulting in valuable insights into project outcomes and allowing for continuous improvement in service delivery.

• Orchestrated and led a team of security analysts in an in-depth investigation of the 2019 General Electric IP theft incident using the NIST CSF/NIST 800-53 guideline, resulting in a full compliance with industry-specific cybersecurity regulations, eliminating the risk of non-compliance fines and significantly enhancing the company's reputation for robust security practices.• Spearheaded a comprehensive security audit that meticulously IDENTIFIED and categorized critical assets for PROTECTION, and remediated vulnerabilities, resulting in an impressive 60% reduction in security breaches and bolstering the organization's cybersecurity resilience.• Pioneered the implementation of a proactive threat detection system, leading to a remarkable 30% reduction in the average time it takes to DETECT and RESPOND to cybersecurity incidents, resulting in a significant improvement of the company's overall security posture.• Conceptualized and executed a comprehensive employee cybersecurity training program, contributing to the 60% reduction in internal security breaches, and resulting in a more secure organizational environment.• Collaborated closely with IT teams to develop and implement a robust disaster RECOVERY plan, ensuring business continuity in the event of a cyberattack, resulting in a 50% reduction in potential downtime, safeguarding the company's operations and minimizing disruption in critical situations.

•Leveraged Lockheed Martin's Cyber Kill Chain and the Mitre Attack framework to replicate cyber threats, and applied Defense-in-Depth models and the Mitre Defend Matrix to fortify our defenses against potential attacks, enhancing our cybersecurity posture.•Demonstrated proficiency in cybersecurity tools and techniques, utilizing Kali Linux commands, Windows Command line, and PowerShell scripting to securely access, modify, and control remote systems, ensuring a robust defense against unauthorized accesses.•Employed advanced analysis tools, including Splunk, Wireshark, and Network Miner, to actively monitor and analyze system and network activities, allowing for early detection and mitigation of potential security breaches.•Conducted comprehensive vulnerability assessments using Core Impact and OpenVAS, systematically identifying, and addressing weaknesses within attacked systems, enhancing overall system resilience.•Proactively identified and mitigated OWASP TOP 10 vulnerabilities through the simulation of attacks on the Mutilidae web server and related tools, strengthening our web application security.•Employed Binwalk forensic utility to meticulously examine and extract embedded executable codes from firmware and binary images, bolstering our ability to detect and respond to potential malware threats.•Successfully remediated rootkits from Windows systems, firmware, and binary images, restoring system integrity.•Executed advanced network attacks, including ARP cache poisoning and Man-in-the-Middle attacks, using the Ettercap tool to capture login credentials, enhancing our understanding of potential threats and vulnerabilities.•Conducted comprehensive system scans using Linux commands like Nmap and Hping3, identifying live and open ports, facilitating timely threat response and network hardening.• Enhanced operational efficiency by developing Python scripts to automate key cybersecurity processes, reducing manual workload, and improving response times.

For the account of GLOW NETWORKSJob responsibilities:• Implemented network monitoring tools, automated alerts, enabling proactive issue resolution and reducing downtime by 30%.• Monitored and responded to 80% 5G security and optical alarms on VERIZON network through O&M platforms• Used several network monitoring tools (RDP and NETACT) to ensure the viability of the client’s network, while responding to a variety of hardware and software issues• Worked in the customer’s Network Operations Center (T-Mobile; Verizon)• Collected data (snapshot) on network elements and input to regularly scheduled reports on shared-drives• Reviewed MOPS for customer equipment maintenance procedures• Opened bridges during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities• Opened trouble tickets when problems are reported; escalated to appropriate Tiers for attention and resolution• Used effective written and verbal communication in order to resolve complex system problems• Multitasked and juggled several complex issues.• Use MS Office suite, especially Word and Excel, proprietary software to create reports.

Due to Covid-19, I created a Telecommunication and IT Services company, while I was stuck overseas in Cote d'Ivoire. With GETSOLUPRO, I hired 10-20 young engineers, technicians, and management professionals, and I managed the company to successfully deliver FTTH services, computer network installations, as well as ERP solutions and websites design to customers.

For the account of F2G Solutions Inc, former DSI Telecom.• Developed and documented network policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and simplifying troubleshooting processes.• Provided troubleshooting and investigation on DWDM Technology, BSC and BTS, RNC and WBTS, Wireshark servers, VM farm administration, FTP servers, IP routers, switches, and firewalls.• Optimized network performance by implementing Quality of Service (QoS) policies, reducing latency by 25% and improving the user experience for critical applications.• Tested 5G Features and Functions and deployed new software releases on systems, and generated test reports at the end of each project.

For the account of DSI Telecom.Project description:End to End Systems Integration and Testing with Qualcomm UE; 5G 19 (3GPP Non-Stand-Alone Standard) Verizon Wireless: Migration to 5G 18A and call testing with PRISMA UE (3GPP Non-Stand-Alone Standard) AT&T: 5G 17 trial integration to existing 4G NetworkVerizon Wireless: 5G 17 trial integration to existing 4G networkJob responsibilities: 5G Systems build up, integration and testing• Built 5G cellular systems and integrated them to the 3 major U.S and Canada cellular network service providers• Spent 25% of time Integrating and testing new 5G and LTE security features and functions (AES; Ciphering; Etc.)• Network testing: Connectivity between DU and CU, Links testing (S1, X2, etc.), etc.• Software and processes testing: Lte and 5G features and stability testing (Attach, Detach, Ciphering, etc.)• Call testing: Use of Qualcomm phones (Andoid, QXDM), Samsung and Windows phones, Wireshark5G Systems build-out and configuration (5G-17, 17A, 18A and 19)• Cloud systems deployment (OpenStack)• Hands on experience with Linux commands for deploying software, configuring, and integrating DU components (ASIKs, ASIAs, ABILs, ABIKs)• Usage of Linus commands to deploy software on, troubleshoot and integrate 28Ghz and 39Ghz Radio Units• Software builds Stability testing through Operation & Management GUI platform• Close assistance to CU elements deployment (Control & compute Nodes) • Close assistance to Core (vMM) and Emulator (vMG) deployments (MME, S-GW, P-GW, HSS) • Systems maintenance (Hardware, Software)• Hands on experience with ALU 7850 and NOKIA-DELL S4048-ON provisioning• Improved Fiber Optics links deliveries using CWDM/DWDM modules• Tuning and optimization research on Intel’s MTP-CPE• Consulting and support for LAB testing environments build out

Job responsibilities:• Upgraded Optical and Microwave Networks to enhance SCADA communication security by 70%.• Contributed to designing and deploying an all-secured IP network based on Aviat radios (Eclipse INUe).• Improved overall communication security on SCADA networks, by 50%.• Performed Passive Intermodulation tests on ALCATEL MDR 4000, MDR 6000, Exalt, ROXIM Lynx sc2 T1, and ADTRAN TRACER 6420 radios• Performed Line Sweeping tests with Anritsu Site Master S331C- 2GHz• Contributed to network migration from T1 to IP• Programmed MOTOROLA ASTROR XTLTM 5000 Digital two- way Mobile Radios (764-870 MHz)• Supervised SureCall’s SC-288W Full Band Outdoor Omni and DUAL BAND DIGITAL Antennas installation (698-960 MHz/ 1700-2700 MHz, 2-3/ 3-4 dBi)• Supervised installations and tested CORNING Fiber Optics• Maintained microwave shelter batteries

For the account of Software Quality Leaders Inc.Job responsibilities:• Collected data from LTE, CDMA/EVDO on 5 and 10 MHz Bandwidth• Performed FTP and UDP Download/Upload tests• Performed Latency Ping tests• Performed Intra eNB Handover testsSoftware used: JDSU E6474A platform (Version 18.0-2a)

Job responsibilities:• Optimized Wi-Fi 802.11 coverage at the University of Kentucky different campuses using AirMagnet Survey PRO.• Collaborated with Engineers in identifying and solving security issues on the Wi-Fi network.• Installed network secured equipment to expend Wi-Fi coverage to all the University campuses.Software used: AirMagnet Survey PRO

Tasks completed:• Deployed a Cisco Integrated Unified Communication System• Gained training with Cisco IOS commands (Routers, Switches, IP telephones)• Updated VoIP phones using Cisco Call Manager• Programmed frequencies into Motorola’s two-way radios and relays • Established line of sight transmission with Motorola Canopy• Configured and turned-up Thuraya satellite phones

Tasks completed:• Trained to RTU-200 setup and configuration • Learned the basics of information to collect, process, store, and transmit between a secondary substation and a control center.• Run setup software to connect data input streams to data output streams