Al-Amir Badmus — Software Engineer
As an experienced application security engineer, my primary focus is on ensuring the security and reliability of software applications throughout the entire software development lifecycle. My work spans various industries, including telecommunications, banking, and consulting, where I have applied my expertise to address unique security challenges. Additionally, I have experience as a cybersecurity trainer, helping organizations build a security-conscious workforce. My responsibilities include threat modeling, preparing security requirements, analyzing code for secure practices, conducting vulnerability assessments, performing penetration testing, and implementing security controls. I ensure that security is embedded in applications from the outset, rather than being an afterthought. By identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities before they can be exploited, I help businesses protect themselves against cyberattacks, thereby avoiding the financial and reputational costs associated with security breaches. I collaborate closely with developers and other stakeholders to integrate security considerations into every phase of the software development lifecycle, from design and development to testing and deployment. My work also helps businesses achieve compliance with regulatory requirements, build trust with customers, partners, and investors, and gain a competitive edge in the market. My expertise in application security testing, DevSecOps, cloud security, supply-chain security and quality assurance, combined with my industry-specific experience, ensures that the systems I test is not only functional but also secure and free from vulnerabilities.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a cybersecurity expert specializing in application security and DevSecOps across various sectors.
Location: Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
Experience: 7 yrs
Skills
- Devsecops
- Api Security
- Consulting
- Vulnerability Assessment And Penetration Testing (vapt)
- Penetration Testing
- Application Security Assessments
- Quality Assurance
- Application Security
- Cybersecurity
- Full-stack Development (mern)
Career Highlights
- Expert in application security across multiple industries.
- Proficient in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
- Experienced cybersecurity trainer fostering security awareness.
Work Experience
MerkleFence
Senior Application Security Engineer (8 mos)
Sterling Bank
Consultant, Application Security Testing (11 mos)
Equidaecore Integrated Nigeria Ltd
Cyber Security Trainer (3 mos)
MTN
Application Security Test Engineer (1 yr 7 mos)
Tezza Business Solutions Ltd
Security Test Engineer (11 mos)
Homel Ict Solutions
Cyber Security Engineer (11 mos)
Technical Support Engineer (5 mos)
Coollink.ng
Network Technician (4 mos)
Freelance
Software Engineer (2 yrs 11 mos)
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - BEng at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto
