About Me
A seasoned IT professional with over 18 years of experience, specializing in DevSecOps, Data Engineering, Machine Learning, and Cloud Native Software Engineering.
I design, develop, and manage performance-critical, event-driven, reactive, secure, and high-scalability software solutions for complex procedures, employing numerous software architectural design patterns with a strong focus on performance and security.
18+
Years Experience
50+
Projects Completed
100+
Students Trained
My Career Journey
From hardware repair to Amazon's core database technologies
Senior Software Development Engineer
TEKsystems Global Services - Amazon
Mar 2024 – Present
Developing core database technologies that revolutionize data storage and access within Amazon Store's large-scale distributed databases.
- Applying Core Java and engineering technologies for distributed databases
- Contributing to migration and refactoring of 20+ Java and Perl-coded services
- Building highly scalable web services with Spring framework
- Developing front-end services with React
- Overseeing CI/CD pipeline from code commit to production
- Building serverless services with AWS Lambda using CDK in TypeScript
- Managing DevSecOps pipeline with SonarQube, Snyk, and OWASP ZAP
- Implementing infrastructure as code with CloudFormation and Terraform
- Ensuring code quality with Checkstyle, SpotBugs, FindBugs, and PMD
- Maintaining containerized workloads using EKS with security scanning
Senior Software and DevOps Engineer
Alien Workspace, England, UK
Mar 2023 - Mar 2024
Created and hosted Event-Driven Microservices and ML Models in a highly optimized DevSecOps AWS environment with end-to-end automated CI/CD.
- Used Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Webflux, Python Flask, and FastAPI
- Implemented fully automated CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions and Jenkins
- Decreased deployment time by 70% and increased frequency by an order
- Deployed monitoring and alerting tools using Prometheus and Grafana
- Developed serverless services for IoT data capture using AWS CDK
- Managed Kubernetes technology using Helm Charts
- Managed SonarQube, OWASP ZAP, and Snyk servers for DevSecOps pipeline
- Orchestrated AWS-based DevSecOps architecture with S3, EC2, IAM, and CloudTrail
- Led cloud security audits and enforced policies for production environments
- Implemented code quality checks with Checkstyle, PMD, and FindBugs
Technical Advisor, Health Informatics
Catholic Caritas Foundation, Abuja
Oct 2022 - Mar 2023
Designed and directed Software Engineering team to develop computer software solutions for public health interventions.
- Implemented Agile Scrum practices and DevOps tools
- Configured Linux servers for 30+ large health facilities
- Set up AWS CI/CD pipelines and EKS service for data centralization
- Supervised ETL pipelines and analytical dashboards deployment
- Guided developers in emerging technologies and secure coding
- Ensured 100% data integrity and confidentiality
- Managed SonarQube, OWASP ZAP, and Snyk servers for DevSecOps CI/CD pipeline
- Configured Prometheus and Grafana for infrastructure monitoring and alerting
- Used Ansible for provisioning and managing Linux-based servers
- Set up Java service templates with code quality tools (Checkstyle, PMD, Snyk, FindBugs)
Senior Software and DevOps Engineer
Catholic Caritas Foundation, Abuja
Oct 2021 - September 2022
Designed software solutions for medical data extraction and transmission to central data repository with transformation and loading capabilities.
- Rolled out Linux-based medical record system to 30% of health facilities
- Created maintenance scripts and guided system engineers for 70% rollout
- Used cutting-edge technology for health data collection and management
- Guided development team in software solution design and deployment
- Contributed to National Data Repository as US CDC HITT member
- Planned COVID-19 program area metadata for NigeriaMRS
- Led transition to infrastructure as code using Ansible and CloudFormation
- Deployed containerized microservices to Kubernetes with automated deployments
- Managed secrets, roles, and policies with AWS IAM and SSM
- Built DevSecOps pipelines incorporating Git, Jenkins, SonarQube, and Snyk
Software and DevOps Engineer
Catholic Caritas Foundation, Abuja
May 2016 – September 2021
Designed and developed paperless workflow management system - a modular ERP used across all state offices for process activities and form management.
- Eliminated all paper usage across the organization
- Developed election observation platform mobile application
- Part of team developing National Orphan and Vulnerable Children IMS
- Guided NigeriaMRS form and metadata module implementation
- Designed Beneficiary Management System for German Ministry project
- Developed Data Migration tool for legacy medical record systems
- Redesigned legacy systems into microservices using Docker and SpringBoot
- Built DevSecOps pipelines incorporating Git, Jenkins, SonarQube, and Snyk
- Built data ETL pipeline synchronization for Central Data Repository
- Set up automated testing and deployment pipelines for health IT infrastructure
Java Programming Journey Begins
Professional Development
2015
Started writing Java and began professional software development career.
- Transitioned from academic programming to professional development
- Applied Java skills to real-world software solutions
- Began building enterprise-level applications
Computer Engineering Graduate
Enugu State University of Science and Technology
2015
Graduated with Second Class Upper Grade and was awarded Best ICT Student in the Faculty for outstanding academic performance.
- Class Representative and Student Leader for 5 years
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership and organizational skills
- Programmed in PHP, Symfony, Laravel, TypeScript, Angular, and Ionic
Clinical Decision Support System Developer
Academic Research Project
2014
Developed a Clinical Decision Support Expert System for UTI using Fuzzy Cognitive Maps
- Applied artificial intelligence and fuzzy logic concepts
- Created an expert system for medical decision support
- Demonstrated early expertise in AI and machine learning
- Combined medical knowledge with computational intelligence
Software Programming Journey Begins
Computer Engineering Student
2010
Started formal software programming education while pursuing Computer Engineering degree.
- Began learning programming languages and software development
- Applied theoretical knowledge to practical programming projects
- Learned PHP, Symfony, Laravel, TypeScript, Angular, and Ionic
Computer Forum Founder & Trainer
Educational Initiative
2009 - 2014
Founded and managed a computer forum for 5 years, training students in computer repairs, networking, and programming.
- Enrolled and trained 100+ students in computer technology
- Followed CompTIA A+ and Cisco networking curriculum
- Developed teaching and mentoring skills
- Created a community of technology enthusiasts
Advanced Technology Adoption
OS Virtualization & Network Simulation
2009
Started OS virtualization and Linux operating systems, along with network simulation tools.
- Began using Linux operating systems extensively
- Started using Cisco Packet Tracer for network simulation
- Adopted GNS3 for advanced network simulation
- Developed early cloud and virtualization knowledge
Computer School Tutor
Computer Repairs & Maintenance
2004 - 2010
Worked as a computer repairs and maintenance tutor while pursuing advanced certifications.
- Taught computer hardware repair and maintenance
- Gained hands-on experience with various computer systems
- Developed troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Built strong foundation in IT fundamentals
IT Career Begins
Computer Repair & Maintenance
2004
Started IT career with computer repair and maintenance with CompTIA A+ training.
- Completed CompTIA A+ certification training
- Learned VSAT installation and satellite communication
- Pursued CCNA and CCNP networking certifications
- Established strong foundation in IT infrastructure
Education
Academic achievements and continuous learning
Master of Science | Cyber Security
University of Wolverhampton
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024
Advanced studies in cybersecurity, incident response, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and security frameworks including OWASP Top 10 and ISO 27001.
Master of Science | Data Science
Edinburgh Napier University
Sep 2020 - Dec 2023
Comprehensive data science program covering machine learning, statistical analysis, data visualization, and big data technologies for advanced analytics and insights.
Bachelor of Engineering | Computer Engineering
Enugu State University of Science and Technology
Jan 2010 - Jul 2015
Graduated with Second Class Upper Grade. Awarded Best ICT Student in the Faculty. Specialized in software engineering and computer systems.
Core Skills & Expertise
Technologies and tools I work with across my 18+ years of experience
Programming & Scripting Languages
DevSecOps & Cloud Native
Frameworks & Technologies
Databases & Messaging
Cybersecurity & Security Expertise
Specialized security skills and certifications
Security Frameworks
- OWASP Top 10
- ISO 27001
- NIST Framework
- GDPR Compliance
- Cyber Kill Chain
- MITRE ATT&CK
Security Testing
- Penetration Testing
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Risk Assessment
- Incident Response
- Malware Analysis
- Digital Forensics
Security Tools
- SonarQube/SonarCloud SCA
- Snyk SAST & Dependency Scanning
- OWASP ZAP DAST
- Jenkins CI/CD Security
- Prometheus & Grafana Monitoring
- Terraform & CloudFormation
- Ansible & Helm Charts
- Checkstyle, SpotBugs, PMD
- Threat Modeling & Risk Assessment
- Autopsy Digital Forensics
Certifications & Training
Professional certifications and specialized training
Cyber Essentials
Cyber Quarters
Dec 2023
Cybersecurity foundation certification covering essential security practices and protection measures.
CompTIA A+
Computer Hardware & Software
2004
Foundation certification covering computer hardware, software, and troubleshooting. Established core IT fundamentals.
Cisco CCNA & CCNP
Networking & Infrastructure
2004-2010
Advanced networking certifications covering routing, switching, and network infrastructure. Developed expertise in enterprise networking.
VSAT Installation
Satellite Communication
2004-2010
Specialized training in Very Small Aperture Terminal installation and satellite communication systems.
Additional Training & Courses
Leadership & Achievements
Recognition and contributions throughout my career
Great Innovation Award
Catholic Caritas Foundation of Nigeria
2021
Awarded for creating a modular ERP platform for internal company operations and other innovative platforms that transformed organizational processes.
Public Health Informatics Contribution
US CDC Nigeria Health Informatics Task Team
2020-2023
Made over 70% contribution in designing and mentoring others in the development of NigeriaMRS, an OpenMRS-based EMR system for health facilities in Nigeria.
4-Step Promotion
Career Advancement
2021
Received a 4-step promotion within a year in the previous organization, demonstrating exceptional performance and leadership capabilities.
Best ICT Student Award
Faculty of Engineering
2015
Awarded the Best ICT Student in the Faculty for outstanding academic performance, leadership, and contributions during Computer Engineering studies.
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