Hi, I’m Abdulmalik Saidu. I’m a cybersecurity-focused engineer with hands-on experience in DevOps, networking, and secure application development. I enjoy building robust cloud-based security architectures, hardening infrastructures, and driving incident response and threat mitigation. I also actively share knowledge to raise cybersecurity awareness and help teams adopt safer practices. I thrive on turning complex security challenges into practical solutions, fostering collaboration, and continuously learning new technologies to deliver reliable, scalable systems.

Abdulmalik Saidu

Hi, I’m Abdulmalik Saidu. I’m a cybersecurity-focused engineer with hands-on experience in DevOps, networking, and secure application development. I enjoy building robust cloud-based security architectures, hardening infrastructures, and driving incident response and threat mitigation. I also actively share knowledge to raise cybersecurity awareness and help teams adopt safer practices. I thrive on turning complex security challenges into practical solutions, fostering collaboration, and continuously learning new technologies to deliver reliable, scalable systems.

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Hi, I’m Abdulmalik Saidu. I’m a cybersecurity-focused engineer with hands-on experience in DevOps, networking, and secure application development. I enjoy building robust cloud-based security architectures, hardening infrastructures, and driving incident response and threat mitigation. I also actively share knowledge to raise cybersecurity awareness and help teams adopt safer practices.

I thrive on turning complex security challenges into practical solutions, fostering collaboration, and continuously learning new technologies to deliver reliable, scalable systems.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hausa
Advanced

Work Experience

Cybersecurity Analyst at Cloudly
June 1, 2024 - Present
Performed vulnerability assessments on cloud and on-prem infrastructures, reducing identified risks by 30%. Implemented practical firewall and access control policies to harden system defenses. Conducted remote training sessions for technical teams on everyday cybersecurity practices, increasing awareness and reducing human error risk.
Frontend Developer (Remote) at SabiKuk
January 1, 2024 - Present
Built and maintained the frontend of a healthy-living platform featuring interactive video tutorials and diet tips. Developed responsive interfaces across devices.
Frontend Developer (Remote) at Edstream
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Developed and maintained the outreach bot & dashboard frontend using React.js, ensuring responsive, user-friendly interfaces. Collaborated with backend developers to integrate REST APIs and real-time WebSocket updates. Implemented modern UI/UX with reusable components, optimized state management, and efficient routing. Used Tailwind CSS; performed debugging and performance optimization.
Senior Computer Operator at Tera Tech Computing Services
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Provided technical support and cybersecurity awareness training to staff. Used Windows Server, implemented basic firewall rules and antivirus solutions.
Team Lead at Arewa Devs
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Built and managed an active developer community, fostering collaboration, learning, and networking opportunities. Organized developer meetups, workshops, hackathons, and online events; moderated channels and created content.
System Tester at SunTecNig
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Conducted comprehensive system testing for Asset Management Software used by government ministries and organizations. Designed test cases using Jest to validate functionality, performance, and security compliance. Identified, documented, and tracked bugs; collaborated with developers; performed regression, integration, and user acceptance testing.

Education

BSc Computer Science at Al-Qalam University Katsina
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
ND Networking and System Security at Katsina State Institute of Technology
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Secondary School Certificate at Government College Katsina / Daywing Secondary School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018
Primary School Certificate at Kids International School Katsina
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

CCNA I (Introduction to Networking)
January 11, 2030 - December 8, 2025
CCNA II (Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials)
January 11, 2030 - December 8, 2025
CCNA III (Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation)
January 11, 2030 - December 8, 2025
Certified Cybersecurity Specialist – 3MT
January 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
Certified Cybersecurity Analyst – CIS
January 1, 2021 - December 8, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Government, Education, Telecommunications

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