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Chukwuka O.

Awka, Nigeria

$15/hr
5.0
7 jobs

IT & Tech Support✅ Linux✅ Windows✅ MacOS✅ Cybersecurity✅ AI Agents✅ Are you struggling with user technical support satisfaction and cybersecurity? Then you need me! With over 5 years of hands on experience supporting users, managing teams and access controls, troubleshooting security related incidents, and maintaining secure IT environments resulting in over 50% productivity in the first 3 months. My strength lies in bridging the gaps between everyday technical support and cybersecurity best practices, ensuring systems stay protected while users remain productive. My premium services include: ✔ Agentic AI (OpenClaw / Claude etc..) ✔ Technical Support & Customer Success ✔ Technical Team Manager ✔ Windows Server ✔ Linux, Windows, MacOS & PowerShell ✔ Google Suite & Microsoft Office Applications ✔ I.T. & Network Administration ✔ Technical Writing & Documentation Why Business work with me: ✔ Result driven and customized approach on technical issues ✔ Excellent communication and prompt delivery ✔ Proven Record of De-risking Complex Technical Projects ✔ Bridge Between Executive Vision and Engineering Execution ✔ Architect of Scalable, Future-Proof Systems & High-Performance Teams With a customer-first approach, I deliver solutions that enhance the user experience while ensuring my team remains agile, productive and motivated. Without slowing down your operations, lets work together. Send me a direct message, an invite, or simply hire me now to book a one on one consultation call here on upwork. Talk soon!

  • Tech & IT
  • Administrative Support
  • Technical Support
  • Web Hosting
  • System Administration
  • Cybersecurity Tool
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence
  • Cybersecurity Monitoring
  • Email Support
  • Customer Support
  • Online Chat Support
  • Ticketing System
  • Answered Ticket
  • Office 365
  • Cross Functional Team Leadership
Adebola O.

Lagos, Nigeria

$10/hr
5.0
4 jobs

I help businesses identify security risks, improve application quality, and strengthen access controls before issues become costly. My focus is on practical testing, clear documentation, and actionable recommendations that help teams ship secure, reliable products. I’ve worked across web application security, API testing, identity and access management (IAM), Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure, Google Workspace security, vulnerability assessments, and AI evaluation projects. Whether it’s reviewing authentication flows, testing APIs, validating business logic, or improving software quality through structured QA, I approach every engagement with attention to detail and a security-first mindset. ✅ Cybersecurity Services Web Application Security Testing (OWASP Top 10) REST API Security Testing Authentication & Authorization Reviews IDOR & Business Logic Testing Microsoft Entra ID & Microsoft 365 Security Google Workspace Security Reviews Identity & Access Management (IAM) Security Hardening & Best Practice Reviews Vulnerability Assessment & Reporting Security Documentation & Remediation Guidance ✅ QA Testing Manual Web & Mobile Testing Functional & Regression Testing API Testing (Postman) Exploratory Testing Cross-Browser Testing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Bug Reporting with Clear Reproduction Steps Test Case Creation & Execution Release & Patch Validation ✅ AI & Data Quality AI Response Evaluation Prompt Evaluation Annotation & Data Labeling Rubric-Based Quality Assessment Technical Research & Documentation 🛠️ Tools Burp Suite Postman Microsoft Entra ID Microsoft Azure Microsoft 365 Admin Center Google Workspace Admin OWASP ZAP Nmap GitHub Jira Trello Linux PowerShell Browser Developer Tools Why Clients Like Working With Me Clear and responsive communication Practical, business-focused recommendations Well-structured reports and documentation Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Security-first mindset with attention to detail Reliable delivery and willingness to learn new technologies quickly 📩 If you’re looking for someone who can strengthen your application’s security, validate software quality, or support AI evaluation projects with a structured and detail-oriented approach, I’d be happy to discuss your project.

  • Penetration Testing
  • Network Analysis
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Network Security
  • Cybersecurity Tool
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence
  • Risk Assessment
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Network Penetration Testing
  • Risk Management
  • Project Risk Management
  • User Identity Management
  • Accessibility Testing
Richmond F.

Lagos, Nigeria

$20/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I am a Senior Cybersecurity/Information Security Analyst with 4 years of professional experience in the SOC field, providing services to leading corporations and medium-sized businesses in various industries. I have developed expertise in the following areas: ✔️Configuring SIEM alarm rules and professional services ✔️With over 2 years of hands-on experience in utilizing industry-leading SIEM platforms such as ArcSight, Splunk, Wazuh, IBM QRadar, Rapid7, Microsoft Sentinel, and Alienvault (Appliance and Anywhere). ✔️Developing use cases to enhance the maturity of the environment. ✔️Expertise in SIEM administration and deployment and integration of log sources. ✔️Cybersecurity incident analysis and report writing. ✔️Writing framework documentation, including policies and procedures, and also writing technical reports. ✔️Training employees on various aspects of Cybersecurity Awareness. ✔️Performing vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. ✔️Parsing logs using regex. ✔️Proficiency with endpoint solutions like (MDE, Carbon Black, SentinelOne, Crowdstrike Falcon) I also specialize in digital forensics and cyber investigation services to uncover the truth behind cyber incidents. I bring: a) Digital Forensics: Expert analysis of digital devices to retrieve critical evidence. b) Incident Response: Swift response to contain breaches and identify attack vectors. c) Network & System Analysis: Identification of unauthorized access and vulnerabilities. d) Malware Analysis: In-depth examination to determine malware nature and impact. Here’s a highlight of the SIEM Tools I have extensive experience working with: - ArcSight - Splunk - Wazuh, - IBM QRadar, - Rapid7, - Microsoft Sentinel, - Alienvault (Appliance and Anywhere) ⭐️ Services: 🔍 Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessments 🌐 API Security Assessment ☁️ Cloud Penetration Testing 🌐 Web Application Penetration Testing 📱 Mobile Application Penetration Testing 🏢 Enterprise Network Penetration Testing 🤖 Social Engineering Assessments 📶 Wireless Network Security Testing 🌐 IoT (Internet of Things) Security Assessment I have acquired practical experience using the following tools: security awareness platforms, firewalls like Fortinet, Checkpoint, and Cisco, endpoint protection with MDE, Carbon Black, SentinelOne, Crowdstrike Falcon, ISO 27001, Packet Tracer (Wireshark), vulnerability assessment with Nessus, and web application penetration testing using Nmap and Burp Suite. My expertise is not just theoretical but strongly grounded in real-world applications, ensuring that I bring a practical and impactful approach to all projects. You can trust that my approach is grounded in a commitment to thorough attention to detail and the highest standards of professionalism.

  • Penetration Testing
  • Python
  • Security Engineering
  • Nessus
  • Linux System Administration
  • Security Operation Center
  • Cybersecurity Monitoring
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Digital Forensics
  • SOC 2
  • Information Security
  • Cybersecurity Tool
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence
  • Network Security
  • Operating Systems Development
  • Python Script
  • Bash Programming
  • Test Development
  • Linux
  • Network Penetration Testing
Precious M.

Benin City, Nigeria

$4/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I am a passionate Cybersecurity Specialist focused on fortifying digital defenses and minimizing organizational risk. My expertise lies in designing and managing resilient network architectures, executing meticulous penetration tests, and ensuring the stability of critical Server Administration operations. I help organizations maintain compliance and operational integrity in a constantly evolving threat landscape. With 3 years of experience in the security domain, I am committed to solving complex Network Security challenges and proactively identifying vulnerabilities. I hold certifications like CompTIA Security+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), or OSCP, which underpin my practical knowledge. In my free time, I often participate in capture the flag (CTF) events, which keeps my technical skills sharp and my problem-solving mindset engaged. I reduced potential attack surface by 35% by auditing and hardening Server Administration configurations across a farm of 50+ Windows and Linux machines. I identified and remediated 12 critical level vulnerabilities through regular internal Penetration Testing exercises, directly preventing a potential data breach. I engineered a new enterprise Network Security policy that increased compliance adherence to 99.5% and successfully contained two sophisticated phishing campaigns. I implemented a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system that improved threat detection time by 50%. Expertise: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Penetration Testing, Server Administration, Ethical Hacking, Threat Analysis, Risk Management, SIEM, Firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco), Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessment, AWS/Azure Security, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Compliance.

  • Penetration Testing
  • Tech & IT
  • Computing & Networking
  • Compliance
  • Information Security
  • Encryption
  • Network Access Control
  • Linux System Administration
  • Windows Administration
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Data Recovery
  • Threat Detection
  • Email Deliverability
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot
MacDonald O.

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

$5/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I am an IT Security & Systems Administrator with years of experience in IT Support, Network Administration, IT Infrastructure Optimization, and Database & Business Applications. My expertise includes: ✔ Cloud Security & Administration • Azure and AWS workload optimization • Secure cloud architecture design • Cost-efficient cloud solutions ✔ Network Security (CCNA Certified) • LAN/WAN configuration and troubleshooting • Firewall management • VPN setup and endpoint protection ✔ Linux & Windows System Administration • Server deployment and management (RHEL, Ubuntu, Windows Server) • Active Directory and Group Policy management • Patch management and vulnerability remediation ✔ Database & Business Applications • SQL Server administration and optimization • Advanced Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Business application integration and support ✔ Security & Compliance • SIEM monitoring (Wazuh) • Vulnerability scanning (Wazuh) • PCI-DSS and ISO 27001 compliance implementation ✔ IT Infrastructure Solutions • Secure wireless networks (WPA3) • Penetration testing and encryption solutions • System automation (Azure Runbooks, PowerShell) Certifications: ✔ Azure Administrator (AZ-104) ✔ Cisco CCNA ✔ CompTIA Security+ ce Certification ✔ IT Specialist - Networking ✔ Google Cybersecurity Keywords: Cisco, VPN, Azure, AWS, switch, router, CCNA, Windows Server, RHEL, Ubuntu, Active Directory, LAN/WAN, Firewall Management, Wazuh, Penetration Testing, PowerShell, Wireshark, SQL Server, Advanced Excel, Database Optimization, IT Support.

  • Information Security
  • Computing & Networking
  • Network Engineering
  • Database Management
  • Server Administration
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Windows Server
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Linux System Administration
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Windows 11 Administration
  • Windows 10 Administration
  • Microsoft SQL Server Administration
  • IT Support
  • Microsoft Office
Odoyi F.

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

$12/hr
5.0
1 jobs

💬 Schedule a Free Consultation! Ready to elevate your application security? 🔐 I specialize in cutting-edge vulnerability assessments, software testing, web application security and mobile application VAPT that follow NIST SP 800-115 standards, OWASP WSTG methodology and leverage the latest techniques in the field. 🚀 With a focus on pinpointing and addressing potential threats, I'll help you safeguard your applications and keep your data secure. 🛡️ Let’s take your security to the next level! 🌐 🔒 My Expertise: • Mobile App VAPT • API Testing • Web Testing • Information Security • Manual QA Testing • Penetration Testing Why Work With Me (www.me)? 🌟 Customized Approach: Your needs are unique. I tailor my methods to deliver the most comprehensive and effective security testing for your specific requirements. ⏰ Timely Delivery: Time is critical in security. I ensure on-time delivery of detailed reports without compromising quality. 🔍 Complete Manual Testing: I provide thorough manual testing and immediate notifications if high-impact issues are found. 🔄 Unlimited Retesting: Fixed issues get unlimited retests and revisions to ensure robust security. 🔑 Critical Bug Detection: My expertise allows me to uncover critical vulnerabilities often missed by automated tests. ________________________________________ Tools and Methodologies: • Manual Testing: BurpSuite Professional, Nuclei, Ffuf, Nmap, Postman (API testing), Metasploit Framework, SQLmap, OWASP ZAP • Automated Testing: Acunetix, Nessus, Netsparker, Nikto etc.. ________________________________________ Penetration Testing Services: 1. Comprehensive Testing: I implement Manual and automated testing of all functionalities, including internal tests and network infrastructure assessments with tools like BurpSuite Professional, Acunetix, Nessus and lots more. 2. Detailed Reporting: I provide you with In-depth reports with exploitation methods, proof-of-concept screenshots, CVSS v3.0 risk scores, and impact analysis. 3. Remediation Guidance: Every report is accompanied with a clear advice on fixing vulnerabilities and understanding their risks. 4. Free Retests: I offer free retest to ensure your fixes work as intended with included retesting. Key Competencies: 🔥 Penetration Testing: Thoroughly identify and exploit vulnerabilities using a blend of manual and automated techniques to simulate real-world attacks. 🔥 Web / Mobile Application Vulnerability Assessment: Carefully uncover vulnerabilities like SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and more to strengthen your web security. 🔥 Source Code Review: Detailed code analysis to find and fix security flaws early in the development process. Consultation Services 🔥 Security assessment strategy sessions 🔥 Custom vulnerability analysis 🔥 Tailored recommendations and action plans 🔥 Follow-up consultations for ongoing support About Me: I am a passionate cybersecurity analyst specializing in penetration testing, web application vulnerability assessment, source code review, I offer comprehensive security solutions for various industries. I am committed to delivering exceptional service that meets your security goals and exceeds your expectations. Let’s work together to safeguard your infrastructure.

  • Penetration Testing
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Web Application Security
  • OWASP
  • Metasploit
  • Network Security
  • Software Testing
  • Information Security
  • API Testing
  • Web Testing
  • Web Proxy
  • Nessus

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