Benjamin Ongboja

Results-driven cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience as a Level 1 and Level 2 SOC Analyst. Holds a Master of Technology in Mathematics, professional teaching experience, website development skills, and proven success as a Google Ads Manager. Combines analytical depth with practical expertise in threat detection, incident response, digital marketing, and secure digital solutions. Seeking to contribute technical excellence and problem-solving ability in a cybersecurity role.

Level 2 SOC Analyst at Everforth ECS (2024-01 – Present)

• Monitored and triaged security alerts from SIEM platforms including Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, and Elastic, performing in-depth analysis of suspicious activity and escalating confirmed incidents according to established playbooks.
• Conducted Level 2 investigations into security events, correlating logs across multiple sources to identify root causes and recommend containment and remediation actions.
• Documented findings, maintained incident tickets, and collaborated with Level 1 analysts and engineering teams to improve detection rules and response processes.
• Contributed to continuous improvement of SOC procedures and assisted in threat hunting activities leveraging mathematical and analytical skills for pattern recognition.

Level 2 SOC Analyst at CTS (2023-01 – 2024-12)

• Performed real-time monitoring of security events and alerts using SIEM tools, investigating potential threats and determining appropriate response actions.
• Analyzed logs and network traffic to identify indicators of compromise and supported incident response efforts.
• Maintained detailed documentation of investigations and escalated critical incidents to senior team members when required.
• Supported continuous enhancement of detection capabilities and operational workflows within the SOC environment.

Level 1 SOC Analyst at Confiz (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Monitored security dashboards and SIEM alerts in real time, performing initial triage and classification of security events.
• Investigated low-to-medium severity alerts, documented findings, and escalated potential incidents to Level 2 analysts according to standard operating procedures.
• Maintained accurate incident tickets and supported the overall efficiency of the Security Operations Center.

Website Developer & Google Ads Manager at Tunecat Records (2022-01 – Present)

• Designed, developed, and maintained professional websites, delivering responsive, user-friendly, and visually polished digital solutions from concept to launch.
• Managed Google Ads campaigns (2023–2025), driving significant growth in visibility, engagement, and conversions through strategic campaign optimization and performance analysis.
• Delivered multiple successful advertising campaigns with strong results in reach, click-through rates, and return on ad spend.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements, implement design and marketing feedback, and deliver projects that met both creative and business goals.

Mathematics Teacher at Iqraa International Schools (2023-01 – 2023-12)

• Taught mathematics to secondary school students, delivering clear and structured lessons aligned with the curriculum.
• Simplified complex mathematical concepts to improve student understanding and engagement.
• Developed lesson plans, assessed student progress, and provided constructive feedback to support academic growth.

IT Intern at Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) (2021-01 – 2021-12)

• Provided IT support and assisted with day-to-day technology operations within the organization.
• Supported system maintenance, user assistance, and basic troubleshooting tasks.
• Gained practical experience in IT operations, documentation, and professional workplace environments.

Master of Technology in Mathematics – Federal University of Technology, Minna (2023-12)