Mr. Ahmed Akinsola, Information Security Excellence, Business Insights Excellence Award
Ahmed Akinsola at Austin Peay State University, United States
Summary:
Mr. Ahmed Akinsola is a dedicated IT professional specializing in cybersecurity and system engineering. With a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Austin Peay State University and a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering from the University of Lagos, he has honed his skills in various technical domains. Mr. Akinsola’s proactive approach to security challenges and his commitment to staying updated with the latest technologies make him a valuable asset in any cybersecurity team. He is also an active member of professional organizations such as ISACA, NSBE, IAENG, and IEEE, where he contributes to the advancement of the field through knowledge sharing and networking.
Professional Profile:
👩🎓Education:
Master of Science in Computer Science
- Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, Tennessee, USA
May 2024
Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering
- University of Lagos
November 2016
Professional Experience:
Mr. Ahmed Akinsola brings a wealth of expertise to the realm of IT, particularly in cybersecurity and system engineering. His professional journey reflects a robust and diversified experience, including:
Cybersecurity Intern (Secure System Development Lifecycle)
Deloitte Technology
June 2023 – August 2023
During his tenure at Deloitte Technology, Mr. Akinsola collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to bolster system security, resulting in a significant 40% enhancement in system reliability. His contributions included the development of Python scripts to automate code vulnerability identification, streamlining the security review process. Additionally, he spearheaded the secure migration of on-premise systems to the cloud, achieving a noteworthy 20% reduction in operational costs.
IT Support Engineer
Dellam Multi Concepts
January 2019 – August 2022
In his role as an IT Support Engineer at Dellam Multi Concepts, Mr. Akinsola conducted regular security audits and diligently monitored server health to ensure optimal performance. His efforts culminated in an exceptional 99.99% uptime for a web platform serving over 100,000 daily users, underscoring his commitment to reliability and efficiency.
Technical Lead
Medifix Limited
December 2016 – December 2018
As a Technical Lead at Medifix Limited, Mr. Akinsola demonstrated his prowess in enhancing development workflow and scalability of applications. He successfully incorporated Docker and Kubernetes, leading to a more efficient development process. Moreover, he played a pivotal role in the design and implementation of an Electronic Health Record (EHR) Software Application, leveraging his technical acumen to drive innovation and operational excellence.
Research Interest:
Mr. Akinsola’s research interests lie in the areas of cybersecurity, particularly focusing on secure system development lifecycle, automation of security processes, cloud security, and threat modeling using generative AI.