Oliver Ugwoke

UGWOKE OLIVER IGWENAGUM SOC Analyst | Incident Response Analyst | Business Operations Executive | Risk & Compliance Officer | Financial Operations Officer | Office Administrative Officer | Credit Admin Officer | Client Relationship Manager Email:-| Phone: - Location: Nigeria (Open to Remote, Hybrid or On-site Roles) GitHub: https://github.com/ougwoke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-ugwoke-266bb7187/ PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Experienced banking and business operations professional with over 18 years of combined experience in sales, loan administration, customer relationship management, accounting, and operational support. Proven ability to manage risk, analyze processes, and maintain compliance in high-responsibility environments. Currently transitioning into Cybersecurity with focused training in Security Operations (SOC), threat awareness, and incident fundamentals. Bringing strong analytical thinking, discipline, and problem-solving skills to support secure business environments while building hands-on Cybersecurity expertise. CORE SKILLS • Operations & process management • Risk awareness & compliance discipline • Customer relationship management • Financial documentation & reporting • Analytical problem solving & Attention to detail • Incident awareness mindset TECHNICAL & CYBERSECURITY FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS • Windows OS: Microsoft Office Suite & CLI Terminals (CMD & Powershell) • Linux OS: CLI Terminals (Zsh & Bash) • SIEM & Log Analysis: Splunk Enterprise (basic SPL), field extraction, Windows Event Logs, Sysmon, DNS • Networking & Routing: TCP/IP, subnetting, static routing, DHCP, LAN/WAN design (Packet Tracer) • Incident Response: Alert triage, initial investigation, escalation, documentation SECURITY TOOLS: Splunk, Wireshark, Nmap, Snort, Suricata, Kali Linux (foundational) PROJECTS Splunk SIEM SOC Lab – Self-Directed • Built and documented a Splunk Enterprise SIEM lab using Kali Linux (host) and Windows 11 (guest VM) • Ingested Windows Security, Sysmon, and DNS logs via Universal Forwarder • Conducted SPL-based investigations for authentication failures and suspicious host activity • Created custom field extractions (src_ip, src_port, dst_ip, dst_port) using regex • Produced recruiter-ready documentation with screenshots and investigation workflows Multi-LAN Network Architecture with DHCP – Cisco Packet Tracer • Designed and implemented a routed multi-LAN network with two routers, two switches, and multiple end devices • Configured inter-router WAN connectivity and bidirectional static routing • Implemented centralized DHCP services using a dedicated server • Performed IP addressing, subnetting, and gateway configuration across LAN segments • Verified end-to-end connectivity using ICMP (Ping) testing • Documented topology design, configuration steps, and validation results AI-assisted email and domain threat analysis tool • Built Linux-CLI-interface-based email and domain threat analysis tool to support phishing detection PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Sales, Accounting & Business Operations WiSolar – Partner Merchant (Jan 2025 – Present) • Spearhead lead generation and drive revenue growth. • Develop and implement strategies for new business opportunities. • Promote renewable energy solutions to clients, contributing to expansion Fortune Choice International Ltd – Head of Accounts (Jan 2020 – Nov 2024) • Managed daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in books. • Prepared quarterly & annual budgets, income statements, and balance sheets. • Oversaw reconciliation of accounts and financial reporting. Banking Professional - Sales / Loans / Customer Management Fidelity Bank PLC – Regional SME Sales Coordinator (Oct 2015 – Dec 2019) • Maintained transaction documentation and compliance standards • Mobilized SME liabilities and risk assets across assigned territories. • Coordinated SME marketing programs, improving branch performance. • Designed tailored credit product papers for viable SME clusters. • Acted as the primary liaison between regional branches and Head Office SME team United Bank for Africa PLC – Relationship Manager (Feb 2007 – Oct 2015) • Acquired and managed new and existing customer relationships. • Mobilized deposit liabilities and managed loan processing and documentation workflows. • Drove customer digital adoption and delivered high-quality customer relationship management. EDUCATION Cybersecurity Certificate – LearnFactory Nigeria / Abia State Government / World Bank (2025) B.Sc. Business Education – University of Nigeria, Nsukka (2010 – 2013) HND & OND, Accountancy – Institute of Management & Technology, Enugu (2001 – 2006) CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING • IT Specialist – Cybersecurity & Networking (Certiport, Pearson VUE) • Cisco Networking Academy – Introduction to Cybersecurity & Networking Basics • Anti-Money Laundering (Tier 2) – IBFC Alliance • Emotional Intelligence – Zolts Ltd