EMMANUEL ADINOYI JOEL

Cybersecurity, AI/ML Engineer, IT Support

Abuja, NG.

About

Highly motivated and results-driven professional with a strong foundation in Cybersecurity, AI/ML engineering, and data systems analysis, eager to contribute to innovative technological solutions. Proven ability to enhance security postures, optimize data processes, and develop machine learning models, as demonstrated by leading a 1st place hackathon team and securing client servers from major attacks. Seeking to leverage expertise in threat analysis, data pipeline automation, and smart contract security to drive impactful outcomes in a forward-thinking organization.

Work

NATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY CENTRE

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Data Analyst / IT Support

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

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Summary

Designed and implemented automated data pipelines and visualization tools to enhance data accessibility and reporting for national economic insights.

Highlights

Developed and deployed automated data pipelines to scrape, clean, and aggregate raw datasets from diverse economic reports and surveys, centralizing critical information for analysis.

Transformed complex numerical indices into clear, interactive data visualizations using specialized tools, significantly improving departmental presentations and national reporting clarity.

Conducted comprehensive audits of departmental databases and implemented secure access controls, enhancing data integrity and compliance.

Contributed to the drafting of Productivity Measurement Index reports, providing data-driven insights for national economic assessments.

DRAGKS TECHNOLOGIES

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AI/ML Engineer (Intern)

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

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Summary

Developed and optimized machine learning models by preparing complex datasets and evaluating performance to drive data-driven insights.

Highlights

Engineered and cleaned complex datasets, including handling missing values and performing feature engineering, to optimize data digestibility for machine learning algorithms.

Contributed to the development and training of robust machine learning models, enhancing predictive capabilities for various applications.

Evaluated model performance rigorously using key metrics such as accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 score, ensuring high-quality and reliable predictions.

ICT UNIT, CUSTECH

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Network Security Analyst (Intern)

Kogi, Kogi State, Nigeria

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Summary

Performed 24/7 threat analysis, managed security operations, and mitigated risks to safeguard organizational data and infrastructure.

Highlights

Conducted 24/7 threat analysis, proactively managing and mitigating cybersecurity risks to ensure the continuous security and integrity of organizational data and systems.

Executed comprehensive security scans on school mail servers and client servers using Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager, identifying and addressing vulnerabilities.

Secured and continuously monitored multiple client servers, preventing major cyberattacks through expert application of cybersecurity protocols and tools.

Led a team of 5 in planning and executing the Cyber Security Awareness Month campaign in October 2023, enhancing organizational security posture.

Managed and resolved cybersecurity-related complaints on the CA Service Desk, improving user satisfaction and system reliability.

Volunteer

Volunteer

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CYBER SAFE FOUNDATION

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Educated diverse community members on cybersecurity best practices to prevent online fraud and phishing during the #NOGOFALLMAGA campaign.

Highlights

Participated in the #NOGOFALLMAGA campaign, educating diverse community segments, including market vendors and older citizens, on critical online safety measures and fraud prevention.

Education

Confluence University of Science and Technology

Kogi, Kogi State, Nigeria
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BSc Cyber Security Grade: 4.14/5.0

Awards

Dean's List of Outstanding Students

Confluence University of Science and Technology

Recognized for exceptional academic performance on the Dean's List.

Best Undergraduate Thesis

Confluence University of Science and Technology

Awarded for outstanding research and contribution in "Development of an Improved Long-Short Term Memory with Ant Colony Optimization for Wireless Sensor Network Intrusion Detection."

Publications

Enhanced Long-short-term Memory with Ant Colony Optimization Algorithm for Intrusion Detection in Wireless Sensor Networks

SOCTHADICKconf'25 vol.3

Co-authored a publication on an improved Long-Short Term Memory (LSTM) with Ant Colony Optimization (ACO) algorithm for Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) intrusion detection, presented at SOCTHADICKconf'25.

Languages

English

Certificates

ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity

ISC2

Cisco NetAcad

Cisco

Google Cybersecurity Certification

Google

Skills

Cybersecurity Operations

Incident Response, Network Troubleshooting, SIEM Architecture, Phishing Analysis, Threat Intelligence, Threat Analysis, Endpoint Protection, Smart Contract Security, Security Auditing, Cyber Security Awareness.

Machine Learning & AI

Python, Feature Engineering, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Data Cleaning, Missing Value Handling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Google Collab.

Data Analysis & Engineering

Data Visualization, Automated Data Pipelines, MySQL, Data Aggregation, Report Drafting, Database Auditing, Secure Access Controls, Search Optimization.

Programming Languages

Python, C++, Solidity, Smart Contract Programming.

Software & Tools

MS Office Suite, Symantec Endpoint Protection.

Leadership & Project Management

Team Leadership, Project Planning, Cross-functional Collaboration, Time Management, Multi-tasking.

Communication & Research

Technical Writing, Presentation Skills, Research, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Interpersonal Skills.

Projects

MediSure (Cardano Blockchain Platform)

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Summary

Led a team to develop MediSure, a functional Cardano blockchain platform designed to combat fake drug crises by enabling manufacturers to mint verifiable digital twins and allowing patients to verify drug authenticity.

Solidify AI

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Summary

A blockchain authentic vulnerability scanner that checks Solidity codebase to identify vulnerabilities before pushing code on-chain.