Josiah Danbinta

Cybersecurity professional with an M.Sc. in Cybersecurity and a B.Sc. in Computer Science, combining hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, SOC operations, SIEM monitoring, incident response, network security, and technical support. Practical exposure includes Wazuh SIEM, Grafana, Kali Linux, Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, MITRE ATT&CK, IOC/IOA analysis, Windows/Linux administration, Python, Bash, and security-focused AI/automation workflows. Experienced in translating technical issues into clear guidance for non-technical users and developing practical lab-based learning materials.

Seeking to contribute as a Cybersecurity Trainer by delivering hands-on instruction in networking, ethical hacking, cyber defense/SOC, and cybersecurity automation.

Founder & Cybersecurity Consultant - Joshwares CyberTech - Abuja, Nigeria

• Deliver vulnerability assessment and penetration testing services for client environments, including scoping, reconnaissance, vulnerability validation, risk prioritization, remediation guidance, and client-ready reporting.
• Use practical security tooling such as Nmap, Kali Linux, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Wireshark, and open-source intelligence resources to assess web applications, systems, and network exposure.
• Translate technical findings into clear remediation steps for technical and non-technical stakeholders, supporting stronger security awareness and risk reduction.
• Design and develop cybersecurity solutions and lab concepts covering SIEM, incident response, endpoint visibility, threat intelligence, and security automation.

Technical Support / Customer Support - HuiosPay Limited - Nigeria

• Resolved technical support requests across user accounts, software/platform issues, connectivity, access problems, and incident escalation while maintaining clear customer communication.
• Documented recurring issues, troubleshooting steps, and resolution outcomes to improve support consistency and reduce repeat incidents.
• Guided non-technical users through configuration and troubleshooting procedures using concise, step-by-step explanations and appropriate escalation when needed.
• Worked with structured support processes, service-level expectations, incident tracking, and cross-team handoff practices relevant to SOC and security operations.

IT Support Officer - Plug and Play ICT Solutions - Sokoto, Nigeria

(2019-12 - 2023-03)

• Provided end-user and infrastructure support for Windows systems, networking, software configuration, hardware troubleshooting, and access-related issues.
• Diagnosed TCP/IP, DNS, endpoint, application, and connectivity problems and implemented practical fixes or escalations.
• Supported users with technical setup and adoption of IT tools, building strong experience in patient explanation, demonstrations, and knowledge transfer.
• Maintained technical records and troubleshooting documentation to improve repeatability and operational efficiency.

Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Cybersecurity

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Computer Science - Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto