Badamasi Sherif

 BADAMASI SHERIF AUDU Full-Stack Developer · Cybersecurity Specialist · API Architect · Academic Instructor PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Results-driven Full-Stack Developer and Cybersecurity Specialist with 5+ years of combined experience in software development, academic instruction, and information security. Recently architected and delivered a complete agricultural e-commerce and loan management platform (ACHOICE LIMITED) using PHP 8.2, Laravel 11, React.js and MySQL — a production-ready system with 48 RESTful API endpoints, Paystack payment integration, Cloudinary image management, Termii SMS notifications, and role-based access control. Holds an MTech in Cyber Security Science and active memberships in CPN, NCS and CSEAN. Available for freelance, remote and contract engagements worldwide. TECHNICAL SKILLS Backend PHP 8.2 · Laravel 11 · Laravel Sanctum · RESTful API Design · MySQL · Database Migrations Frontend React.js · JavaScript (ES6+) · HTML5 · CSS3 · Axios · Tailwind CSS · Context API DevOps & Tools Git · GitHub · GitHub Pull Request Workflow · XAMPP · Apache · Virtual Hosts · VS Code Integrations Paystack API · Cloudinary CDN · Termii SMS · SendGrid · Mailtrap · Webhook Handling Security Ethical Hacking · Penetration Testing · Cryptography · Steganography · HCIA Network Security · ICSI CNSS Data & Analytics Power BI · Advanced Excel · Tableau · Python · Data Analysis Cybersecurity Android Malware Detection · Machine Learning Security · Deep Learning · AES Encryption · LSB Steganography Other Visual Basic.NET · Java · Basic Linux CLI · Basic Networking · Logo Design · Moodle LMS FEATURED PROJECT ACHOICE LIMITED — Agricultural E-Commerce & Loan Platform | PHP 8.2 · Laravel 11 · React.js · MySQL · Paystack · Cloudinary · Termii • Architected and delivered a complete full-stack platform from scratch — backend API, database design, payment integration, notifications and deployment pipeline • Built 48 RESTful API endpoints across 7 controllers handling authentication, products, orders, loans, admin management and image uploads • Integrated Paystack payment gateway for order checkout and loan repayments with secure webhook handling and automatic stock deduction • Implemented role-based access control using Laravel Sanctum tokens and custom AdminMiddleware — buyers, sellers and admins fully separated • Set up Cloudinary CDN for product image storage with automatic resizing and old image deletion on update • Configured Termii SMS notifications and transactional email system (SendGrid/Mailtrap) for order confirmations, loan decisions and password resets • Led a 3-person team using GitHub PR workflow with protected main and develop branches — 12 feature branches merged across 4 weeks • Wrote comprehensive test suite covering 40 scenarios across auth, security, products, orders, loans, emails and admin dashboard Hybrid Android Malware Detection System | Python · Machine Learning · Deep Learning · Android Security • MTech thesis research combining static and dynamic analysis techniques for Android malware detection • Applied ML and DL models to enhance detection efficiency and accuracy beyond traditional signature-based methods • Conducted systematic literature review published as seminar presentation Secure Data System: AES + LSB Image Steganography | Cryptography · Python · Image Processing • Designed and evaluated a dual-layer data security system merging AES encryption with LSB steganography • Achieved secure data concealment within image files with minimal visual distortion WORK EXPERIENCE Graduate Assistant — Software Development & Cybersecurity 2022 – Present Newgate University · Minna, Niger State • Design and deliver course materials for cybersecurity, software development and computer science modules to undergraduate students • Developed full-stack web applications as teaching demonstrations — including a production-ready e-commerce and loan platform using Laravel 11 and React.js • Mentor students in PHP, MySQL, API development, Git workflow and information security fundamentals • Supervise undergraduate research projects and provide structured technical feedback • Participate in student screening, academic assessments and curriculum development Direct Sales Executive 2022 United Bank for Africa (UBA) · Mokwa, Niger State • Consistently met and exceeded personal sales targets through strategic networking and cold calling • Built lasting client relationships to support long-term business growth • Identified new business opportunities through prospecting and market research Computer Operator 2021 – 2022 Abu Thuahira Computer Link · Bida, Niger State • Managed server backups, tape rotations and system maintenance procedures • Maintained data integrity across multiple systems using structured spreadsheets • Performed data retrieval and entry operations using specialised software tools Classroom Teacher 2020 – 2021 Royal Nurture Ducere Academy · Lugbe, Abuja • Delivered curriculum-aligned lessons across multiple subjects using diverse instructional materials • Assessed student progress through routine tests and standardised examinations • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors on student improvement plans Computer Programming Instructor 2019 – 2020 Dan Abu Cyber Café · Bida, Niger State • Trained staff and clients in computer programming, software usage and professional service delivery • Coached team members on customer service excellence and daily task collaboration Student Trainee — Networking 2018 Huawei Academy · Minna, Niger State • Completed intensive training in routing, switching, IP addressing and corporate network simulation • Passed HCIA Routing & Switching certification examination upon completion Undergraduate Intern 2018 Federal Polytechnic Bida · Bida, Niger State • Supported faculty with academic, research and administrative operations • Developed social media content for institutional platforms Undergraduate Intern 2014 – 2015 Nigerian Agip Oil Company · Maitama, Abuja • Installed and configured middleware in Linux and Windows server environments • Developed and implemented data loss prevention procedures with the IT team • Drafted professional memos, letters and marketing materials supporting business operations EDUCATION MTech — Cyber Security Science (Awaiting External Defence) Federal University of Technology Minna 2022 – Present BTech — Cyber Security Science (Second Class Upper) Federal University of Technology Minna 2015 – 2019 National Diploma — Computer Science Federal Polytechnic Bida 2012 – 2014 SSCE — WAEC Government Secondary School Minna 2004 – 2010 CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING HCIA — Network Security Huawei Academy HCIA — Routing & Switching Huawei Academy ICSI | CNSS — Certified Network Security Specialist ICSI Ethical Hacking Certification Independent Penetration Tester Certification Independent Certificate of Basic Proficiency in Moodle LMS NueL Advanced Excel for Data Analysis Independent Power BI Data Visualization Independent Research Informatics — Research Methodology MAUN International Workshop Article Publication in Reputable Journals MAUN International Workshop Practical Skills for Delivering CCMAS Online Independent HCIA Security Train the Trainer (TTT) Huawei — 3 Week Online Training Train-the-Trainers for NUC Staff NUC — 27 Day Online Training Creating E-Learning Courses for Student Engagement 7-Day Intensive Training RESEARCH WORK • Hybrid-Based Android Malware Detection: Enhancing Efficiency and Accuracy through Machine Learning and Deep Learning Models — MTech Thesis (Awaiting External Defence) • Android Malware Detection Techniques: A Systematic Literature Review — Seminar Presentation • Design and Evaluation of a Data Security System by Merging AES Encryption and LSB Image Steganography — Undergraduate Project PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS Computer Professionals Council of Nigeria (CPN) Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) Cyber Security Experts Association of Nigeria (CSEAN) REFERENCES Dr. Nda Ramatu Mohammed Dean, Faculty of Computing & IT Newgate University Minna Engr. Dr Abdulkadir Isah Senior Lecturer Federal University of Technology Minna Dr. Saba David HOD Computer Science Newgate University Minna Available for freelance, remote and contract engagements worldwide · Open to relocation