About Me
Korede is a visionary cybersecurity leader, innovative speaker, and exceptional mentor with over a decade of experience spearheading cutting-edge projects. He is currently a VP and Principal Cybersecurity Engineer, holding a Master’s Degree in Information Technology Management and several industry certifications in cybersecurity and project management.
Passionately committed to giving back, Korede actively mentors, volunteers, and serves on the boards of esteemed organizations such as NSBE, OC3, ISAC, and ISSA. He also contributes to initiatives like TraceLabs, B-sides, and Hacker Summits, extending his impact beyond his professional sphere.
Skills
Technical proficiency in various technologies, systems, and network infrastructures including expertise in security tools, threat assessments, and security engineering & Operations.
Effective risk assessment and management skills that involves identifying potential security threats, evaluating their impact, and proactively implementing strategies to mitigate them.
Strong leadership skills and effective communication for leading teams, making critical decisions, and communicating security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to analyze complex security issues, identify vulnerabilities, and develop solutions . Adept at troubleshooting and finding innovative ways to secure systems in a dynamic threat landscape.
Ability to educate and guide others in the field, sharing knowledge, providing mentorship, and fostering the growth of aspiring cybersecurity professionals as a method of giving back
A commitment to continuous learning, staying updated on the latest threats, emerging technologies, and best practices essential for maintaining a strong security posture in an ever-evolving tech field.
Education
Education is the foundation for personal growth and societal progress, providing essential skills and adaptability in our rapidly changing world. It is a gateway to empowerment, empathy, and a more equitable future.
M. Sc. Cybersecurity IT Management
2021
B. Sc. Physics & Mathematics
2013
Cybersecurity/Network Security
2018
Certified Ethical Hacking
2022
Education is not preparation
for life, education is life itself.
Notable Employment
Managed network architecture, cloud security, and oversaw the deployment of ATMs and POS terminals while adhering to security best practices
Acted as the first line of defense for handling mission critical cybersecurity incidents spanning multiple teams, processes, and technologies
Oversaw performance monitoring, threat intel, vulnerability, forensics, and security analysis for healthcare operations across 12 campuses
Pilot the creation of advanced security solutions for over 100K endpoints – including workstations, VMs, servers, ATMs, IoTs, apps, processes, and controls
Most recent awards, achievements and recognition
EC-Council Cybersecurity Career Mentor
Portfolio
Crowdin – Be my eyesApp Translation
ForumineTech Forum
Ohio Cyber Collaboration Committee (OC3)Homeland Security - Ohio
IT BlogrTech Blog
TraceLabsOSINT Volunteer
AWS Re-InventCloud Security
FS-ISACInformation Sharing
Hack The BoxEthical Hacking
VlaidTech Virtual Aid
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)Member
FoliohStartup Directory
Hexcon2023 – Securing the Remote Workforce: Safeguarding Endpoints in the New NormalHexcon2023 - Securing the Remote Workforce