About me
Technical Expertise: Proficient with key security platforms (Splunk, CrowdStrike, Sentinel, GTI), cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), and scripting (Python, PowerShell).
Leadership: Proven experience leading a Cyber Security Operations team for the NSW government, enhancing threat detection and incident response.
Experience
Cyber Security Operations Team Leader
Led a team of analysts in detecting and responding to cyber security threats, fostering the development of both Red and Blue Team capabilities for continuous improvement in threat intelligence, penetration testing, and incident response.
Enhanced SIEM platform analytics and monitoring, driving high-quality security event detection and resolution while managing incident response operations.
Senior Cyber Security Analyst
Monitored and responded to security incidents by leveraging a SIEM platform (Splunk) for effective log collection, analysis, and correlation. Proactively detecting and addressing threats to enhance overall security posture.
Implemented robust countermeasures and controls in the enterprise network environment, reducing risk and fortifying security.
Conducted thorough security investigations, demonstrating attention to detail and the ability to analyse logging data for valuable insights, correlations, and patterns.
Systems Administrator
Prioritised cyber security, managing key responsibilities to secure the Department’s digital resources. Conducted vigilant monitoring, analysis, and reporting on system access and performance, while proactively identifying business risks and opportunities. This holistic approach facilitated operational efficiency, effectively meeting end-user requirements, and enhancing the organization’s overall security posture.
Provided expert technical administration and leadership, supporting internal and external stakeholders with robust solutions for products, systems, and configurations. Focused on capability development within the ICT technical stream through effective knowledge sharing, coaching, and change management governance, thereby ensuring the availability and integrity of the ICT systems.
Education
Industry Certifications
Testimonials
I’ve worked with Obada for several years. In that time he’s shown himself to be customer focused, a quick learner, a collaborative and communicative team member and skilled in desktop and application maintenance and support. Obada takes ownership of his work, persists until he has a solution but is also willing to ask for advice or share options with colleagues to achieve the best result.
Obada’s a warm and friendly colleague who supports his peers and is comfortable providing advice and support to customers at all levels of the organisation.
I’d be very happy to work with Obada again at any time but wish him well as he progresses his career and takes on new and interesting challenges.
Obi is a highly motivated and engaged team member who always has useful insights for the project team and breaking down technical information. I very much appreciated the support he provided and initiative provided when activities require actioning during the project. I recommended him to any similar activities in the industry.
Obi’s departure is a considerable loss for our team. He has consistently been an invaluable asset, with strong analytical skills and an exceptional aptitude for learning quickly. Obi has contributed significantly to major technical projects, cybersecurity remediations, and application access management. His expertise and commitment will be sorely missed.
