Professional summary
Aspiring Security Engineer and Backend Developer actively seeking a cybersecurity-focused internship to apply and expand hands-on experience in secure backend systems, vulnerability scanning, and network defense. Skilled in Python scripting, Flask, and SQL for building and testing applications, alongside tools like Nmap, Wireshark, and Scapy for reconnaissance and traffic analysis. Committed to bridging software development with security practices to build resilient systems and grow into a full-time security engineering role.
Work
Summary
Contributed to cybersecurity initiatives through tool development, vulnerability assessment, and threat analysis.
Highlights
Developed a Python tool for encrypting and decrypting messages using the Caesar Cipher, enhancing secure communication practices.
Conducted comprehensive vulnerability scans with Nmap, gaining proficiency in network reconnaissance techniques.
Engaged in real-time packet sniffing and traffic analysis using Scapy and Wireshark to identify network anomalies.
Documented cybersecurity observations and actively participated in simulated threat detection exercises, improving response capabilities.
Summary
Performed hands-on penetration testing and vulnerability exploitation in a simulated environment to identify and mitigate security flaws.
Highlights
Identified and exploited critical vulnerabilities within simulated web applications to strengthen security postures.
Executed successful SQL injection attacks to bypass authentication and retrieve sensitive data.
Performed brute-force attacks on login forms to assess password strength and validate input sanitation, identifying security gaps.
Utilized Nmap to conduct thorough scans of target environments, identifying open ports and active services for security assessment.
Developed a Python-based port scanner to efficiently identify live services across defined IP ranges, enhancing reconnaissance capabilities.
Documented comprehensive exploitation workflows and provided actionable recommendations for securing exposed services, improving overall system resilience.
Languages
English
Fluent
Yoruba
Conversational
French
Basic
Skills
Network Scanning & Analysis
Nmap, Wireshark, Cisco Packet Tracer.
Programming
Python, Scripting.
Virtualization & Systems
Kali Linux, UTM.
Encryption & Data Security
Caesar Cipher, Scapy-based sniffers.
Version Control & Tools
Git, GitHub.