Winston
Ighodaro
Ethical Hacker with over 3 years of experience, driven by real world challenges.
About me
I am an experienced Ethical Hacker with a track record of over two years in the field. Throughout my career, I have honed my skills and expertise, ensuring that I stay up to date with the latest trends and techniques in cybersecurity. My dedication to ethical hacking is fueled by my passion for protecting businesses and individuals from potential cyber threats. With a keen eye for vulnerabilities, I am able to identify and exploit security weaknesses, helping organizations strengthen their defenses against malicious attacks. Through responsible and ethical hacking practices, I am committed to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information. My extensive experience has equipped me with a deep understanding of the intricacies of cybersecurity, enabling me to provide effective solutions and proactive measures to safeguard against potential breaches.
My Skills
Proficiency in conducting penetration tests to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in networks, systems, and applications.
Familiarity with common web vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, Cross-Site Scripting) and techniques for securing web applications and APIs.
Ability to perform comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify security weaknesses and recommend remediation measures.
Proven ability to reverse engineer code, malware, and malicious software.
Skilled in identifying and exploiting weaknesses in computer networks and systems.
Knowledge of social engineering tactics and techniques used to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential information or performing unauthorized actions.
Familiarity with lots of security tools and utilities used in ethical hacking, including penetration testing frameworks (e.g., Metasploit), network scanners, packet analyzers, and intrusion detection systems.
Proficiency in forensic investigation techniques and tools to analyze digital evidence, identify security incidents, and attribute cyber threats.
Ability to identify and address potential vulnerabilities in WiFi networks, ensuring protection against unauthorized access and cyber threats.
Skills in optimizing WiFi networks for better speed, reliability, and overall performance, potentially improving user experience.
Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving issues related to WiFi connectivity, signal strength, and network performance.
Capability to use tools and techniques to analyze WiFi signals, interference, and other factors affecting network quality.
Work Experience
SENIOR ETHICAL HACKER | PENETRATION TESTING LEAD
Toyz Electronics, LLC / January 2023 - Present
Lead a team of ethical hackers and penetration testers in conducting comprehensive security assessments and red team engagements for global enterprise clients across various industries.
Design and execute advanced penetration testing methodologies, leveraging both manual techniques and automated tools, to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in clients' networks, applications, and cloud environments.
Provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering their professional growth and development in the field of ethical hacking and cybersecurity.
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, delivering executive-level briefings and reports on assessment findings, risk prioritization, and recommended mitigation strategies.
Continuously research emerging threats and attack techniques, contributing to the company's thought leadership in cybersecurity through white papers, conference presentations, and industry collaborations.
PENETRATION TESTER | CYBERSECURITY
ANALYST
BreachLock / June 2021- June 2022
Perform in-depth vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on clients' networks, web applications, and infrastructure to identify and exploit security weaknesses.
Develop and execute custom attack scenarios, including social engineering, phishing campaigns, and wireless network attacks, to assess clients' resilience to targeted threats.
Provide actionable recommendations and remediation strategies to clients based on assessment findings, helping them prioritize and address critical security issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, system administrators, and executives, to implement security best practices and mitigate identified risks.
Contribute to the development of proprietary tools and methodologies for ethical hacking and security testing, enhancing the company's capabilities and competitiveness in the cybersecurity market.
Intern Ethical Hacker
Bluesteel Cybersecurity / April 2022 - June 2023
Participated in penetration testing engagements under the guidance of senior ethical hackers, focusing on identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in client systems and applications.
Conducted thorough security assessments of web applications, networks, and infrastructure using a variety of tools and techniques, including vulnerability scanners, network sniffers, and exploit frameworks.
Assisted in the development of detailed reports outlining findings, risk prioritization, and recommendations for remediation to enhance clients' security posture.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to simulate real-world attack scenarios and assess the effectiveness of defensive measures.
Actively contributed to team discussions and brainstorming sessions to explore innovative approaches and methodologies for ethical hacking and cybersecurity.
Certificates
CompTIA NETWORK+
CompTIA/ 2023
SECURTIY+
CompTIA/ 2023
NETWORK VULNERABLITY ASSESSMENT PROFSIONAL
CompTIA / 2023
PENTEST+
CompTIA/ 2023
Education
CYBERSECURITY AND ASSURANCE
Baltimore Community College / 2022 - Ongoing
"Winston is one of the most talented, creative and easy to get along with Cybersecurity Specialist, who really brought in an impact into our company."
Hewlett-Packard, Nancy Blake