RASHIDA YAKUBU

Results-Oriented Cybersecurity Professional
Accra, GH.

About

Results-oriented cybersecurity professional with a proven track record of aligning security strategies with business objectives. I possess a deep understanding of cybersecurity tools and operations and excel at mitigating risks and protecting critical assets. I possess strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders. I am seeking a Cybersecurity role to contribute to a robust security posture.

Work

Cybersafe Foundation - CyberGirls Fellowship
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Cybersecurity Trainee

Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

Summary

Trained as a Cybersecurity Trainee, acquiring foundational knowledge and practical skills across various cybersecurity domains through an intensive fellowship program.

Highlights

Completed an intensive eight-month cybersecurity fellowship, gaining foundational knowledge in core security principles and practices.

Developed practical skills in network security, threat analysis, incident response, and vulnerability assessment, applying hands-on techniques to simulated environments.

Gained comprehensive exposure to diverse cybersecurity domains, including Incident Response, Endpoint Security, Network Defense, Identity and Access Management, Risk Assessment, and Threat Intelligence.

Cultivated strong problem-solving and analytical skills, crucial for identifying and mitigating complex security challenges.

GCB Bank Plc
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Personal Banker

Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

Summary

Managed customer accounts and inquiries, ensuring efficient and accurate financial operations and maintaining high service quality.

Highlights

Opened and managed numerous customer accounts, ensuring 100% accuracy in recording sensitive financial information.

Resolved customer inquiries promptly via multiple channels, maintaining high satisfaction and service quality standards.

Processed critical financial adjustments and transactions with precision, upholding strict compliance and data integrity.

Education

Altschool Africa
Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

Diploma

Cybersecurity

University of Ghana
Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

Bachelor of Arts

Public Administration

Grade: CGPA 3.62, First Class Honours

Certificates

Microsoft SC 200 (In View)

Issued By

Microsoft

Certified In Cyber Security (ISC)²

Issued By

(ISC)²

BLT1

Issued By

BLT

Cyber Girls Cybersecurity Training Program

Issued By

Cyber Girls

Blockchain Security

Issued By

INFOSEC

Windows Registry Forensic

Issued By

INFOSEC

SIEM Architecture and Process

Issued By

INFOSEC

Incidence Response

Issued By

INFOSEC

Cyber Security Leadership and Management

Issued By

INFOSEC

CompTIA Security Analyst

Issued By

INFOSEC

CompTIA Security+

Issued By

INFOSEC

Skills

Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Incident Response, Network Security, Network Traffic Analysis, Risk Assessment, Threat Detection, Phishing Analysis, Forensics Analysis.

Programming & Scripting

C Programming basics, PowerShell.

Security Tools & Platforms

Splunk, Wireshark, Microsoft Sentinel, TheHive, CyberChef, PECmd, KAPE, URL2PNG, VirusTotal, Wazuh.

Forensic & Analysis Tools

Autopsy, FTK Imager, Browser History Viewer, Scale, Phishing Tool, Jumplist Explorer, DeepBlueCLI, TheHive5, Event Viewer.

Threat Intelligence

MISP (Malware Information Sharing Platform).

Professional Skills

Presentation and Writing Skills, Google Workspace Tools, Problem-Solving, Analytical Skills, Collaboration, Stakeholder Management.

References

References

Available upon request

Projects

Automated Incidence Detection and Response System

Summary

Developed an automated system to detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents, specifically brute force attacks, using the open-source tool Wazuh.

Healthcare Ransomware Incident Response Framework

Summary

Designed and deployed a comprehensive SANS-based Incident Response framework for a healthcare organization impacted by a ransomware attack.