Kariebi Victor
Cybersecurity Analyst - Penetration
Tester - Red Team Operator
Federal Capital, Nigeria
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krill-x7.github.io
Kariebi victor
Results-driven Cybersecurity Analyst, Penetration Tester, and Red
Team Operator with a passion for cybersecurity and a strong
foundation in both offensive and defensive security
methodologies. Proficient in conducting vulnerability
assessments, penetration testing, and security assessments to
identify and mitigate risks. Skilled in utilizing tools like
Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Wireshark to evaluate network and
application security. Experienced in simulating advanced
persistent threats and conducting adversary emulation exercises
to test and improve organizational defenses. Adept at
implementing and managing security measures, monitoring
systems for potential threats, and developing incident response
strategies. A motivated team player eager to contribute to
enhancing cybersecurity posture and safeguarding digital assets.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
StellaOps, Penetration Tester / Trainer [contract]
present
Performed Vulnerability Assessment on web applications as part
of a CI/CD secure coding training, conducted training on network
penetration test and security assessment covering multiple
technical domains.
Airforce Instistute of Technology, Penetration Tester
04-2021 – 11-2023 | kaduna, Nigeria
Performed controlled ethical hacking and penetration testing to
simulate real-world attacks on web applications. This involves
identifying security vulnerabilities, potential entry points, and
areas susceptible to exploitation.
Defense Space Administration, Internship
10-2022 – 03-2023 | FCT, Abuja, Nigeria
Proficiently navigated and utilized sophisticated endpoint
detection and network monitoring tools to analyze networked
devices and endpoints for suspicious activities, potential
breaches, and malware infections.
HONOURS & AWARDS
1st Position Digital Encode Hackathon, Digital Encode Nigeria
09-2023
Digital Encode is a leading consulting and integration firm that
specializes in the design, management, and security of businesscritical network, telecommunications environments and other
information Technology (IT) infrastructures.
Commandant's Merit Award, Air Vice Marshal Mohammed
Aminu Yakubu - Airforce Institute of Technology, Kaduna-st position PicoCtf Africa, Cylab Africa
05-2022
picoCTF is a free computer security education program with
original content built on a capture-the-flag framework created by
security and privacy experts at Carnegie Mellon University.
2nd position Cysec national cybersecurity hackathon,
Cysec NG
05-2022
Cysec national cybersecurity hackathon is a conference that
identifies next generation cybersecurity professionals through
Capture-The-Flag (CTF) events, Webinars, Bootcamps etc.
EDUCATION
BSc Cyber Security,
Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna
2019 – 2023 | Kaduna, Nigeria
SKILLS
Red-Teaming (Exploit development, Antivirus evasion,
Active Directory Attacks, UAC bypass, Adversary
Simulation.)
Programming Languages (Python, Bash, Powershell,
C/C++, C#, Node.js, Javascript.)
Network Monitoring (Alien Vault, Wireshark)
Web/Mobile Application Security (Burp Suite, OWASP
Zap,FFUF, Nikto, Wpscan, Genymotion,MobSf, Qark, Drozer)
Security Operations (Intrusion detection and
prevention, incident response, SIEM solutions (e.g.,
Splunk, QRadar), firewall configuration, endpoint
protection, and threat hunting.)
Problem Solving | Critical Thinking
Team Collaboration | Excellent Communication
CERTIFICATIONS
Cybertalents Pen-testing track 2021 (Trend Micro |
Issued Sep 2021 | Credential ID-)
Certified Secure Computer User(C/SCU) (EC-Council |
Issued Dec 2021 | Credential ID ECC-)
Certified Professional Penetration Tester(eCPPT)
(INE | Issued Dec 2023 | Credential ID-)
Attack Methodologies in IT & ICS
(U.S. Department of
Homeland Security | Issued Mar 2024)
Cybersecurity Practices for Industrial Control Systems
(U.S. Department of Homeland Security Issued Mar
2024)
INTERESTS
Indoor Pursuits:
- Passionate about playing the piano and creating music
that evokes emotions and tells stories. Constantly seeking
new pieces to master and exploring various genres.
- Intrigued by the intricate strategies and tactical depth of
chess. I consistently find inspiration in its application to
strategic decision-making and problem-solving within
both my personal and professional pursuits.
Security Research/CTFs:
- Enthusiastically solve labs on platforms like TryHackMe
and Hack The Box, constantly honing my skills and staying
updated with the latest security techniques.
- Actively participate in bug bounty programs to identify
and report vulnerabilities in various applications,
contributing to improved security for numerous
organizations.
- Engage in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions to
challenge myself, learn from real-world scenarios, and
collaborate with other cybersecurity enthusiasts
